Military requests pulling 200 troops back from California protest dutyThe commander in charge of the troops in LA asked the Defense Secretary if 200 of those forces could be returned to wildfire fighting duty.By Tara Copp, AP2 days ago
US troops, bases in Middle East could be targets in conflict with IranAbout 40,000 U.S. personnel are spread throughout the region, giving Iran a chance to strike back at American military forces. By Leo Shane III and Noah Robertson2 weeks ago
Hegseth returns to Capitol Hill to defend Trump’s defense budget planDefense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of June 8, 2025. By Leo Shane III3 weeks ago
Allvin calls Ukraine drone strikes a wake-up call for US air defenseThe Air Force's top uniformed leader said that planners need to consider vulnerabilities at military sites once thought untouchable by enemy forces.By Leo Shane III4 weeks ago
Top lawmaker says VA, DOD leaders continue to ignore Hill requestsSen. Richard Blumenthal said administration officials aren't providing basic information to Congress on looming plans for massive changes. By Leo Shane III5 weeks ago
Lingering cost worries cloud plans for veterans disability reform billAdvocates hope to restart momentum in Congress this year on the Major Richard Star Act. By Leo Shane III6 weeks ago
