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Senator vows to hold all VA nominees over planned staff cuts

Plans to cut more than 80,000 staffers from VA offices would severely hurt benefits delivery, said Arizona Democrat Sen. Ruben Gallego, a Marine Corps vet.

By Leo Shane III

6 weeks ago

Air Force secretary nominee pledges to focus on nuclear modernization

Air Force Secretary nominee Troy Meink said he would review the report on the LGM-35A Sentinel that followed its severe cost projection overruns.

By Stephen Losey

6 weeks ago

GOP leaders warn Trump not to abandon NATO post, Pacific buildup plans

Republican leaders are concerned about rumored plans to scale back American military involvement in Europe and Japan.

By Leo Shane III

7 weeks ago

Guard nominations languish, raising concerns as top officers retire

The top National Guard Bureau officers have left or will soon retire, and to date no nominations for their replacements have been confirmed by the Senate.

By Lolita C. Baldor

10 months ago

US leaders promise security for Gaza dock mission amid threat concerns

Gen. CQ Brown said military leaders are working closely with Israeli forces to ensure U.S. troops are kept safe during their humanitarian mission in Gaza.

By Leo Shane III and Noah Robertson

14 months ago

Senators eye pay boost for junior troops, more funds for housing fixes

Both House and Senate lawmakers want to pass targeted pay raises for junior enlisted troops, but budget caps may complicate those plans.

By Leo Shane III

14 months ago