Latest "senate armed services committee" stories

CQ Brown decries hold on nominations in hearing to head Joint Chiefs

Gen. CQ Brown, now Air Force chief of staff, appeared to draw broad support from senators considering his nomination to be the next Joint Chiefs chairman.

By Stephen Losey and Bryant Harris

5 months ago

A new design for homeland defense is in the works at NORTHCOM

U.S. Northern Command's chief is working on a plan for homeland defense that he claims will look vastly different than today's continental defense.

7 months ago

US airmen to visit Australia in June for E-7 Wedgetail training

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown Jr. noted the upcoming trip at a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing on Tuesday.

By Rachel S. Cohen

7 months ago

Air Force prepares to retire U-2 spy planes in 2026

Congress needs to approve the retirement plan, which has run afoul of lawmakers in the past.

By Rachel S. Cohen

7 months ago

General: Supply chain problems are hurting nuclear modernization

"It’s going to take everyone to understand how to close the gap on supply chain management."

15 months ago

New legislation aims to give drone crews tax-free combat pay

Pilots and sensor operators in any branch of the armed forces, who work on any RPA fleet used in designated areas of conflict, would be eligible for tax-free income.

By Rachel S. Cohen

18 months ago