US military to expand by more than 30,000 troops this yearCongress is backing increases to the size of the military, having passed and proposed final legislation that will raise and fund rises in end strength.By Patricia Kime8 weeks ago
House panel pushes ahead $453 billion funding plan for VA next yearThe appropriations plan would add more than $80 billion to the current VA funding level, giving the department its biggest budget ever. By Leo Shane III9 months ago
Panel advances defense budget despite missing details from White HouseThe $832 billion defense spending plan provides no increase from current fiscal year funding levels. By Leo Shane III9 months ago
House passes Israel military aid billThe House advanced a $14 billion Israel aid bill along party lines after Republicans added IRS cuts and more Dems call for a humanitarian pause.By Bryant Harris2 years ago
First look — White House says GOP budget plan would harm defenseAdministration officials are accusing far-right Republicans of undermining national security with their fiscal goals.By Leo Shane III3 years ago
Pentagon takes budget cuts ‘seriously’ ahead of congressional battlesDefense Secretary Austin is responding to a Democratic query that details the impact of proposed GOP budget on the Pentagon.By Joe Gould and Bryant Harris3 years ago
