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Marines at Trump resort did not break rules on politicking in uniform
A viral photo of uniformed Marines at an event at former President Donald Trump's Florida home was not a violation of military rules, officials said.
Federal offices to shut Saturday unless Congress acts quickly
The House and Senate have until Friday night to pass another short-term budget extension or trigger a partial government shutdown.
Lawmakers scramble for solutions with shutdown deadline just days away
Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of Jan. 14, 2024.
US military academies focus on oaths and loyalty to Constitution
The service academies are trying to update how they teach future officers to navigate the country’s political polarization.
By Gary Fields, AP
Criticism swirls over defense secretary’s hushed-up hospitalization
Former President Donald Trump called Austin's lack of communication over his medical issues a fireable offense.
Lawmakers return to DC with new shutdown deadlines looming
Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of Jan. 8, 2024.
Defense, vets issues will factor in 2024 presidential race
Military and veterans policies will play a role in the debate over who should serve as commander-in-chief.
New year brings same government shutdown threats
Congress enters 2024 without a clear plan for federal spending, just a few weeks before another budget deadline.
Slain Marine’s family fails to win lawsuit against Alec Baldwin
A lawsuit against Alec Baldwin filed by relatives of Lance Cpl. Rylee McCollum, a U.S. Marine killed in Afghanistan, has been resolved.
Trump hints at expanded role for military. US law has few guardrails.
The Insurrection Act allows presidents to call on reserve or active-duty military units to respond to unrest, an authority that's not reviewable.
By Gary Fields