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Air Force pushes for quickstart plan to launch programs without budget

The Senate added a slimmed-down version of this proposal to its NDAA, and the Air Force is talking to the House to ensure it stays in the final version.

By Stephen Losey

20 months ago

In this undated file photo released by the Taiwan Ministry of Defense, a Chinese PLA J-16 fighter jet flies in an undisclosed location.

China sends 71 planes, 7 ships toward Taiwan in 24 hours

The increased military activity came after China expressed anger at Taiwan-related provisions in a U.S. annual defense spending bill.

2 years ago

Congress mandates more oversight on Pentagon plans for defending Guam

Lawmakers also want more oversight from the Missile Defense Agency's mission to defend the U.S. territory — a top priority.

2 years ago

Congress finalizes full year budget for VA, Department of Defense

The $1.7 trillion package funds all government operations through September 2023.

By Leo Shane III

2 years ago

Sailor jailed for fatal Japanese crash will get pay, benefits restored

Lt. Ridge Alkonis was sentenced to three years in prison for killing two Japanese citizens in a car crash in 2021.

By Leo Shane III

2 years ago

All WWII vets would get VA medical benefits under budget bill

The $1.7 trillion spending measure also includes the creation of a "Buddy Check Week" to help prevent veterans suicides.

By Leo Shane III

2 years ago