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The defense acquisition system is broken — it’s time for an overhaul

The acquisition process is too slow, risk-averse and bureaucratic to deliver the capabilities troops need, Rep. Mike Rogers and Rep. Adam Smith argue.

Panel advances defense budget despite missing details from White House

The $832 billion defense spending plan provides no increase from current fiscal year funding levels.

Transgender vet sues VA over decision to halt hormone therapy meds

VA officials in March announced plans to end all transgender-related health care programs, a move advocates say will hurt veterans.

Hegseth returns to Capitol Hill to defend Trump’s defense budget plan

Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of June 8, 2025.

Advocates lament Pentagon policies targeting women’s military service

Veterans visited congressional offices this week to deliver messages of concern over recent Pentagon moves targeting the roles of women in the military.

Air Force pegs cost to modify Qatar-gifted plane at ‘less than $400M’

The service, which will oversee the upgrades, hasn’t provided details on the scope or schedule of the modifications or confirmed who will perform the work.

GOP plan provides $453 billion for VA programs, benefits next year

The spending plan for Veterans Affairs next year is up significantly from current levels but is about $1 billion less than what the White House wanted.

House lawmakers to unveil draft budget for vets programs this week

Defense and veterans hearings for the week of June 2, 2025.

Pentagon aims to cut 14 defense advisory boards, including DACOWITS

The Pentagon is looking to cut 14 different defense advisory groups, including the 74-year-old Defense Advisory Committee on Women in the Services.

Top lawmaker says VA, DOD leaders continue to ignore Hill requests

Sen. Richard Blumenthal said administration officials aren't providing basic information to Congress on looming plans for massive changes.