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Supreme Court weighs if contractor can be sued for wartime negligence
Justices were skeptical Monday that the case was an exception to other lawsuits against defense contractors, which usually get immunity in such litigation.
By Patricia Kime
Suicides among veterans remain unchanged despite federal focus
The figures are the latest available from federal census data and suggest limited progress on the issue of suicide prevention by Veterans Affairs leaders.
CENTCOM commander allegedly shoved airman on military flight
Army Gen. Michael “Erik” Kurilla remains in command as officials investigate the allegations.
By Todd South
Pentagon leaders head to Germany for talks on Ukraine military aid
Top U.S. military leaders will be in Germany to discuss Ukraine’s wartime needs as Russia has conducted one of its deadliest airstrikes.
By Tara Copp, AP
Navy twin brothers start and end 30-year careers side by side
From enlistment to retirement, Lt. Cmdr. Terry Brown and Lt. Cmdr. Jerry Brown reflect on their unique time in the service.
By Riley Ceder
Military sexual assault rate higher than DOD estimates, report finds
During the war in Afghanistan, 24% of active duty women and 1.9% of active duty men experienced sexual assault, the report found.
Lawmakers push Pentagon for clarity on domestic military deployments
Democratic lawmakers are asking military leadership for clearer guidance on when American troops can deploy on American soil.
New Hampshire Air National Guard commander killed in hit-and-run
Brig. Gen. John Pogorek oversaw all operations at Pease Air National Guard Base.
Air Force veteran indicted for leaking info on aircraft, weapons
Paul J. Freeman, 68, of Niceville, Florida, was charged with nine counts of illegally retaining and leaking information on Air Force aircraft and weapons.
By Zamone Perez
Defense Secretary makes final pitch on FY25 military budget this week
Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of May 6, 2024.
Pentagon presses Congress for Ukraine funding, citing dire situation
Pentagon leaders told Congress that Ukraine and Israel both desperately need weapons being held up by a failure to pass a funding package.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press