Shutdown causes turmoil for some military families’ food assistance
In the most recent DOD survey of active-duty military spouses, about 7% said they were using WIC benefits and 1% said they were using SNAP.
By Karen Jowers
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Lawmakers accuse VA leaders of exaggerating budget shortfall
Congress approved $3 billion in emergency VA funding in September, but officials now say they did not need the money to cover immediate bills.
Continuing resolution could degrade training for future fights
The U.S. military would have to make sacrifices to exercises around the globe if Congress fails to pass an FY24 budget, officials warn.
By Jen Judson
Help for Afghan allies included in Senate’s security supplemental plan
The long-sought assistance for Afghan refugees still faces a difficult fight in Congress.
Paperless enlisted promotion tests to roll out in February
The Air Force will start rolling out Weighted Airman Promotion System (WAPS) exams in February.
Osprey pilot killed in Nov. 29 crash posthumously promoted to major
Maj. Terry Brayman joined the Air Force in 2014 and began flying the Osprey in 2020.
Congress’ to-do list adds budget request for Israel, Ukraine
Defense and veterans hearings for the week of Oct. 23, 2023.
Air Force enlisted promotion tests to go paperless in January 2024
“We are finally, after years and years and years of trying to do this, getting rid of the Scantrons."
After debt fight, Congress turns its attention to defense budget
Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of June 5, 2023.
Opinion
How masking degrees has affected promotion outcomes in the Air Force
The Air Force is again considering advanced degrees when promoting certain mid-level officers.
By Capt. Katie Albright and Maxim Massenkoff