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USS Nimitz waves goodbye to San Diego for likely final deployment
The Nimitz aircraft carrier, commissioned in 1975, was designed for a 50-year service life.
By Riley Ceder
Vets won’t see disruptions in VA services amid White House changes
VA leaders have pledged to keep services operating normally, even as several senior staffers depart office.
Space Force must grow to counter China and Russia, lawmaker says
House Armed Services Chairman Mike Rogers, R-Ala., said the service is not sized to meet increasing threats from China and Russia.
Marine squadron commander fired nine months after fatal helo crash
Lt. Col. Nicholas J. Harvey was relieved of command of the Heavy Helicopter Squadron 361, known as the “Flying Tigers,” on Nov. 18.
By Todd South
Marine Corps F-35C notches first overseas combat strike
Marine F-35C pilots hit Houthi positions being used to target military and civilian vessels in the Red Sea area.
By Todd South
House members push senators to back better pay for junior enlisted
In a letter to Senate leaders, House lawmakers said the military must enact more quality-of-life reforms to ensure the health of troops and their families.
Key congressional voices on defense face tough election fights
Congressional elections could mean big changes on defense and veterans committees in Congress next year.
Army special forces join search for missing Navy pilots after crash
The search continued late Thursday for the aviators whose jet crashed in remote terrain Tuesday, the Navy said.
Supreme Court hears arguments on veterans benefits appeals rules
The case involves how appeals panels must review denials in veteran disability cases.
New program aims to help DOD civilians in Japan get better health care
Critics have long complained about a lack of healthcare access for Defense Department civilians in Japan.
By Karen Jowers