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Marine unit found metal shavings in F-35 fuel, plastic tool in wing
In a memo obtained by Defense News, a Marine Corps squadron commander raises the alarm about the quality of Lockheed Martin's new F-35C jets.
Armed overwatch: A critical special operations forces requirement
Congress should fund a light-attack aircraft to deliver special operations units firepower and situational awareness, says the author of this commentary.
By Bob Wilson
Army says Fort Hood meets harassment standards, but review didn’t include Vanessa Guillen’s unit
Army Forces Command officials discussed the results of its review of Fort Hood's SHARP program.
By Kyle Rempfer
House OKs free national park access for Gold Star families
The U.S. House of Representatives has passed a proposal from two Maine lawmakers to give families of fallen military service members free access to national parks.
Seeking the Military Suicide Solution Podcast, Episode 27: Mathew ‘Frag-o’ Bergendahl
Mathew Bergendahl is the Overwatch Program Manager for Stack Up, which supports servicemembers and veterans by promoting mental health and combating veteran suicide through gaming and geek culture.
Senate rejects broad limit on military equipment going to police
The Republican-controlled Senate has rejected a bipartisan measure to block the military from giving offensive surplus equipment to state and local U.S. police departments.
By Joe Gould
It’s official: US Air Force to buy Turkish F-35s
A $862 million contract modification gives another 14 F-35As to the U.S. Air Force ... including some Turkish jets.
By Valerie Insinna
The need for staying engaged and connected
Lessons from investments with partner nations benefit the security of the United States, says the author of this commentary.
By Col. Chris Karns
Promotion packet photos are out. Name and sex could be next.
In the future, promotion board members may only see a troop's accomplishments when making a decision to select them for promotion.
Securing benefits and protecting veterans during COVID-19
The Veterans Benefits Administration is working to continue service for veterans as safely as possible, says the author of this commentary.
By Dr. Paul Lawrence
Lawmakers seek Transition Assistance Program change to increase civilian success
A house bill introduced Thursday would make changes to how servicemembers are placed into TAP counseling pathways.
By Zach England