Limited cell phone usage to be allowed for recruits in Navy boot campAllowing recruits to use their cellphones during basic training comes as the Navy eyes ways to lower attrition rates and increase interest in joining up.By Diana Stancy6 weeks ago
Platoon level gender-integration ‘critical’ for Marines, committee saysThe report also recommends gender-integrated drill instructor teams.By Todd South7 weeks ago
VA again delays decision on transgender surgery optionsThe department will conduct a new review on the procedures, pushing a final ruling on the issue back by at least several more months.By Leo Shane III2 months ago
Advocates criticize VA response after LGBTQ harassment incidentsPortland VA Medical Center leaders have promised an investigation after several incidents at the facility.By Leo Shane III3 months ago
Transgender vets sue VA to force move on gender confirmation surgeriesThe move comes on the three-year anniversary of President Joe Biden's repeal of the ban on transgender individuals serving in the military.By Leo Shane III4 months ago
Defense bill drops disputed abortion provisions in final compromiseThe annual defense authorization bill contains a 5.2% pay raise for troops and a host of other policy renewals needed for military operations.By Leo Shane III5 months ago