OpinionImproving how service members build wealth With the prospect of a hefty raise for junior enlisted ahead, the author of this op-ed shares ways troops can improve long-term financial security.By U.S. Army Maj. Gen. (ret.) John G. Ferrari2 days ago
Junior enlisted to get 20% pay bump, E5s get 13% more under House planHouse lawmakers are looking to overhaul the military's pay tables next year to dramatically boost junior enlisted pay.By Leo Shane III2 days 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
Senior enlisted leaders to discuss military quality-of-life fixesDefense and veterans hearings for the week of Jan. 29, 2024.By Leo Shane III4 months ago
Moving up the enlisted career ladder? Big Air Force wants to celebrateThe Air Force is encouraging units to recognize the achievements of enlisted airmen as they become noncommissioned officers.By Courtney Mabeus-Brown4 months ago
New in 2024: A fresh start for enlisted leadershipWill the new chiefs win fans or fall flat?By Rachel S. Cohen5 months ago
Junior enlisted pay to be key congressional focus in 2024House Republicans are already looking at ways to put more money into the wallets of lower-ranking service members.By Leo Shane III5 months ago
Financial troubles cloud enlisted retirement home’s future Without financial fixes, the enlisted retirement home may not be able to serve its veteran residents in the future, a new watchdog report warns.By Karen Jowers5 months ago
Meet David Flosi, the next chief master sergeant of the Air ForceFlosi was the “clear choice” among the Air Force’s “most highly respected” enlisted leaders, the service said.By Rachel S. Cohen5 months ago
‘Up-or-out’ rule change will let enlisted stay in longerThe Air Force plans to formally announce the extension Friday.By Rachel S. Cohen5 months ago
Promotions to chief master sergeant hit highest rate since 2016The latest figure is 2.2 percentage points higher than last year’s selection rate, and 4.3 percentage points higher than the recent low of 18.2% in 2021.By Rachel S. Cohen6 months ago
Marine takes over as military’s top enlisted leaderSenior Enlisted Adviser to the Chairman Troy Black becomes the top enlisted voice on quality-of-life and combat readiness issues for the joint force.By Rachel S. Cohen6 months ago