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Senator encouraged Trump to ‘blow up something’ in message to cartels

The strike on a suspected Venezuelan drug-smuggling boat is raising questions about how far Trump will wield his presidential power over the military.

8 days ago

‘Obviously classified’: Experts say Hegseth chat leaks invited danger

Former U.S. defense officials said the unsecured messaging chain could have jeopardized the operation and put American lives at risk.

By Noah Robertson, Stephen Losey and Leo Shane III

6 months ago

Lawmaker: Tricare West problems ‘actively harming military readiness’

A Washington lawmaker wants answers from the Defense Health Agency about what it's doing to address problems plaguing the TriWest transition.

By Karen Jowers

8 months ago

Opinion

Hegseth’s track record falls short of military standards: Dem senators

In this op-ed, Sens. Kelly and Duckworth argue Pete Hegseth falls short of the standards expected of those he would oversee as defense secretary.

By Sen. Mark Kelly and Sen. Tammy Duckworth

8 months ago

Space Force must grow to counter China and Russia, lawmaker says

House Armed Services Chairman Mike Rogers, R-Ala., said the service is not sized to meet increasing threats from China and Russia.

By Courtney Albon

9 months ago

Trump clarifies Medal of Honor comments, calls it the ‘ultimate’ honor

The former president caused controversy with remarks last week saying a civilian medal was a better honor than the military award.

By Leo Shane III

13 months ago