Upgrades ahead across the special operations helicopter fleetBetter targeting, lighter airframes and more firepower are on the docket.By Todd South3 days ago
VA leaders launch search for top benefits, health care leaders VA Deputy Secretary Paul Lawrence will oversee a search the department's new undersecretary of health and undersecretary of benefits.By Leo Shane III4 weeks ago
Plan would make military enlistment, retention bonuses tax exempt A bill introduced in the House this week proposes to end federal taxes on bonuses given to troops for joining or re-enlisting in the military.By Leo Shane III6 weeks ago
Senate confirms former VA benefits chief as new deputy secretary Army veteran Paul Lawrence will serve as the second-ranking leader at the Department of Veterans Affairs.By Leo Shane III6 weeks ago
Senator pushes for new rules letting academy athletes play pro sportsA proposed policy allowing academy athletes to defer their military service to play pro sports could be included in the annual defense authorization bill.By Leo Shane III6 weeks ago
Democrats to focus on women, minorities in military personnel debatesRep. Chrissy Houlahan said she'll push for better access to abortion services for troops despite slim chances of progress this year.By Leo Shane III2 months ago
