Latest "military readiness" stories

Marines conduct cool-down stretches with students at Instituto Comprensivo “Salvo Basso” Scordia, Italy on May 5, 2016.

Addressing America’s obesity crisis can improve military readiness

Defense Department data indicates ineligibility stems from three key issues: education, not meeting weight standards or a record of crime or drug abuse.

By Gen. Richard B. Myers (ret.)

3 days ago

A soldier walks from one point to another during a land navigation course at Camp Williams, Utah, April 15, 2021.

Why the US must protect military training lands from encroachment

There is no substitute for tough, realistic training and testing to prepare our forces for the challenges they will face.

By Brig. Gen. Tyler B. Smith (ret.)

9 days ago

Funding shortfalls could cause major readiness problems, leaders warn

Smaller budgets for training and maintenance could result in short-term savings but long-term larger costs.

By Leo Shane III

7 months ago

Military considers three states for permanent Space Force training HQ

Officials will compare bases in Colorado, California and Florida to host the space training mission.

By Rachel S. Cohen

10 months ago

Across services, troops face discipline for refusing vaccine

As many as 20,000 unvaccinated service members are at risk of being removed from service.

By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press

14 months ago

Nearly 8,500 active-duty airmen and guardians missed the vaccination deadline

About 1,800 exemptions were granted, largely for medical reasons. Almost 5,000 religious exemption requests are now being processed.

By Rachel S. Cohen

15 months ago