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US launches retaliatory strikes against ISIS in Syria
The strikes follow last month’s ambush that killed two U.S. soldiers and one American civilian interpreter in Syria.
Lawmakers move to block effort to privatize military commissaries
Lawmakers have moved to prevent the Defense Department from privatizing military commissaries as part of Congress’ proposed compromise defense policy bill.
By Karen Jowers
Troops to get 3.8% pay raise under proposed defense bill
The proposed NDAA also includes a boost in family separation allowance, among other policy alterations designed to improve troops’ quality of life.
By Patricia Kime
Trump says National Guard will be sent to New Orleans
Trump did not say how many troops would be sent to New Orleans or exactly when they would arrive.
Man charged in National Guard shooting pleads not guilty to murder
A man accused of shooting two National Guard troops near the White House has pleaded not guilty to murder and assault charges.
By Michael Kunzelman, The Associated Press