Sept. 30 deadline nears for Tricare West specialty care referrals Certain referrals for specialty care for Tricare Prime beneficiaries will expire. By Karen Jowers76 minutes ago
Why Truman changed the ‘War Department’ to the ‘Department of Defense’Just a few months after the conclusion of World War II, President Truman announced his goal to implement a new governing structure for the military.By Claire Barrett6 hours ago
Military Times 2025 PCS GuideThe landscape for PCS moves is unclear this season, but officials are taking steps for smooth moves.By Karen Jowers5 months ago
US Forces Korea commander defends troop levels amid talk of cuts About 28,500 U.S. troops are stationed in South Korea, but the White House is considering changes to that military footprint.By Leo Shane III5 months ago
Military child care centers see varying effects from personnel actionsThe Trump administration’s efforts to cut the number of federal workers have resulted in varying effects on military child care centers.By Karen Jowers5 months ago
Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll tapped as acting head of ATF operationsIn an unusual move, Daniel Driscoll will serve in Defense Department and Justice Department leadership roles.By Leo Shane III5 months ago
Pentagon begins outreach to reenlist troops booted for COVID vaccineThe Defense Department is offering back pay to service members who were involuntarily separated after refusing the COVID-19 vaccine.By Riley Ceder and Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press5 months ago
Horse-drawn caissons to return in limited use at Arlington cemeteryThe long-held tradition will be phased in starting June 2 after nearly two years of work to improve the care of the horses.By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press5 months ago
Troops need better health care access, top enlisted tell lawmakersFunding shortages and Tricare contract problems continue to plague the military health care system, senior enlisted leaders told lawmakers.By Karen Jowers5 months ago
Trump administration in early talks to hold military parade in DCThe administration has reportedly reached out to the city about holding a parade on June 14 that would stretch from Arlington, Virginia, into Washington.By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press5 months ago
Leaders expect big enlisted pay raise won’t cause new financial woes Lawmakers expressed concerns that extra money for young troops could make some families ineligible for federal nutrition programs.By Leo Shane III5 months ago
Trump promises $1 trillion in defense spending for next yearTrump's plan for a huge increase in defense spending next fiscal year would mean billions more for equipment and training.By Leo Shane III5 months ago