White House set to release next year’s budget plans on MondayDefense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of March 11, 2024.By Leo Shane III5 weeks ago
Lawmakers press Biden for quality of life focus in next defense budgetMembers want next year's spending plan to include money for junior enlisted pay raises and military housing improvements.By Leo Shane III8 weeks ago
Lawmakers press for junior enlisted pay boost as soon as possibleMilitary pay proposals pending in Congress might face difficulty becoming law because of the budget complications involved.By Leo Shane III2 months ago
Troop pay, housing problems lead senior enlisted leaders’ concernsLawmakers are weighing possible changes to military compensation systems as a way to improve families' quality of life.By Leo Shane III3 months ago
Lawmakers push for better mental health care for new momsThe move is one of several proposals expected in coming months from members of a House panel focused on military quality of life issues.By Leo Shane III3 months ago
Senators question legality of Biden’s Houthi strikes in YemenSome lawmakers argue Biden needs congressional authorization to strike Yemen's Houthis amid reports the White House is planning a months-long campaign.By Bryant Harris3 months ago