Drew F. Lawrence

Drew F. Lawrence is a reporter and producer for Military.com, covering breaking news and creating audio and video for the site.

He joined Military.com from a fellowship at CNN where he covered military issues and produced content for shows like The Lead with Jake Tapper.

Prior to journalism, Drew spent four years in the Army as an Armor Officer.

He is a graduate of The George Washington University’s School of Media and Public Affairs, where he studied journalism. He hails from Massachusetts and is a proud New England sports fan.

Email: drew.lawrence@military.com

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It is important for military personnel to remember that when they’re logged on to a social media platform, they still represent their respective branch of service and must abide by the Uniform Code of Military Justice at all times, even when off duty.

The Pentagon Released Its First Ever Social Media Policy. Here's What You Need to Know

The Pentagon released its first ever force-wide social media policy on Monday evening, intending to make clear what online...

Rioters try to enter the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.

Justice Department Wants Jail Time for Marine Who Touted Revolution at Capitol on Jan. 6

Darrell Youngers served in the Marines from 2008 to 2012, deploying once to Afghanistan, according to court filings.

Lt. Cmdr. Carlos Molina walks with his family following a seven-month deployment aboard the USS Abraham Lincoln.

This Week's Top Military Photos: Returning from Deployment and a Soldier Falls from the Sky

This week in the military, President Joe Biden signed the PACT Act into law; two Ranger School candidates were killed after a...

Fire Watch Episode 3: Burn Pits and the Fight to Get Help

The PACT Act had a years-long, tumultuous journey to making it into law. It is meant to provide expanded health care for...

Fire Watch explores what happened at Red Hill last year.

Fire Watch Episode 2: Disaster At Red Hill

What happened at Red Hill? Last year fuel tanks at the Navy facility spilled thousands of gallons of fuel into Hawaii’s water...

The sun rises at the Vanessa Guillén gate before the arrival of a congressional delegation at Fort Hood, Texas.

Army Veteran Who Stole Millions Worth of Equipment from Fort Hood Gets Jail Time

Last week, an Army veteran was sentenced to 18 months in jail and ordered to pay almost $1.3 million in restitution for the...

Joint Staff spokesperson Air Force Col. Patrick S. Ryder addresses the media during a press briefing at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C.

The New Pentagon Spokesperson Is an Air Force One-Star

The Department of Defense announced Thursday that Brig. Gen. Patrick S. Ryder will be the Pentagon's newest spokesperson --...

An Australian soldier participates in an amphibious raid with Marines during the Navy’s Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise.

This Week's Top Military Photos: Relief at the Passage of the PACT Act and Guard Gets Grimy

This week in the military included the U.S. Senate passing historic burn pit legislation, the Pentagon appointing a new...

On Jan. 6, Andrew Cavanaugh (circled) entered the Capitol through the Senate Wing minutes after the initial breach of the building and remained in the building for just over 30 minutes.

Marine Who Rioted in the Capitol on Jan. 6 Gets Probation

Attorneys from both sides of the courtroom drew attention to Andrew Cavanaugh's military service.

Stewart Rhodes, founder of the Oath Keepers

What the Military Records of the Oath Keepers' Leader Actually Say About His Service

The founder of the Oath Keepers group was allegedly behind a sedition plot on Jan. 6 and used his veteran status as a...

A supporter dons a USS Liberty memorial shirt.

'We're Fed Up With It': Survivors of the USS Liberty Look for Answers 55 Years Later

The attack, which left 34 Americans dead and 174 others injured, has been veiled in controversy since it happened.

A photo illustration featuring Andy Huynh and Alex Drueke.

How 2 American Veterans Ended Up in Ukraine, Prisoners of Russian-Armed Militants

The untold story of how two American vets, now captives of Putin’s allies, ended up fighting in Ukraine.

Finish line for the inaugural Coast Guard Marathon.

Registration for the Second Ever Coast Guard Marathon Opens Thursday

The Coast Guard race is a relatively new event in comparison to distance races hosted by the other services.

Kentucky National Guard soldiers and airmen aided in flood relief efforts

National Guard Rescues Hundreds Amid Flooding in Kentucky; 37 Dead

Since Gov. Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency in Kentucky on July 26, the National Guard has been working at a...

Jon Stewart at rally before vote on bill to help vets exposed to toxic substances.

After 3 Tries, Veterans Toxic Exposure Bill -- the PACT Act -- Finally Passes US Senate

Intense negotiations over amendments and a final vote followed days of veterans protesting outside the U.S. Capitol building.

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Peter Antioho greets his son Mark to the world

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Supporters of the family of slain Army Spc. Vanessa Guillen

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