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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Army Sergeant Charged with Stealing Machine Gun Parts, Smoke Grenade After Brigade-Wide Search

The charges, filed last month, allege that Sgt. Christopher Shepler stole an M2 .50-caliber machine gun receiver and an M240...

Airmen prepare a turkey for a Thanksgiving meal.

Less 'Nog, More Turkeys: DoD's Thanksgiving Meal Market Proves Volatile

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Airman writes message during a Suicide Prevention Month event.

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The program would award scholarships to those looking to earn degrees in social work, psychology, mental health counseling...

Members of the Oath Keepersat the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.

Feds' Domestic Terrorism Work Is Inadequate, Senate Report Says, Citing Several Veteran Extremism Cases

The Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee's 129-page report asked the Departments of Justice and Homeland...

Wright-Patterson Air Force Base Honor Guard at Veterans Day.

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Military.com's top photos of the week, November 13 - November 18.

Rioters loyal to President Donald Trump rally at the U.S. Capitol in Washington.

Retired Air Force Lt. Col. Who Wielded Zip Ties on Floor of Congress Found Guilty for Jan. 6 Breach

A retired Air Force lieutenant colonel was found guilty Wednesday on six charges -- including one felony for obstructing an...

Taliban fighters attacked the Restrepo firebase in the Korengal Valley

14 Iconic Photos of Veterans and the Wars They Fought

Check out a collection of quintessential photos honoring U.S. warfighters throughout history.

Friends of Spc. Enrique Roman-Martinez sit silently during his memorial ceremony at The All American Chapel on Fort Bragg, N.C.

'Unacceptable': Congresswoman Wants Reforms as Decapitated Soldier Cold Case Lingers

One year after Spc. Enrique Roman-Martinez's death was deemed a cold case, Democratic Congresswoman Norma J. Torres...

A man in a WWII uniform stands on Omaha Beach

Fire Watch: Thank You for Your Service

Fire Watch talks to veterans -- ones with unique, distinguished or important backgrounds -- and asks them what phrases like...

Two Men Accused of Planning to Sell Opioids to Vets in Substance Abuse Treatment Arrested

The case represents a disturbing nexus for two populations ravaged by the deadly opioid epidemic.

Navy Vet Pleads Guilty for Helping Swindle $2 Million in Insurance from the Federal Government

Christopher Toups, an ex-sailor who lives in Georgia, personally received $400,000 in the scam, which involved more than a...

Marines distribute candy at Camp Hansen’s Halloween event.

This Week's Top Military Photos: Robot Helps Dispose of Sugar Bomb, Troops Jump Out of Perfectly Good Plane

The best military photos for the week of Oct. 23 - Oct. 28, 2022.

Fire Watch: A Halloween Occurrence and the Veterans Who Live to Scare

We interrupt your regularly scheduled programming with an emergency broadcast -- in preparation, do not look outside and do...

USO volunteer while time while soldiers conduct wall squats at Erbil Air Base.

USOs Across the Country Are Mysteriously Shutting Down

USO officials have pointed to a general reprioritization of resources, citing low foot traffic at recently closed locations...

A Marine low crawls during the “Crucible” course at Camp Pendleton.

This Week's Top Military Photos: Show Me Your War Face

The best military photos for the week of Oct. 16 - Oct. 21, 2022.

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