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Senators Seek to Strengthen Oversight of Military Housing Firms
The Senate Armed Services Committee wants troops to have more recourse in dealing with their landlords.
Senate Panel Approves $750 Billion Defense Policy Bill
The Senate Armed Services Committee overwhelmingly supported a proposed 3.1% military pay raise.
Lawmakers Push Bills to Improve Veteran Care, Increase Medal of Honor Stipends
Other measures would strengthen women's health care and protect veterans from substandard health services.
Latest Survey Shows Widespread Problems in Military Housing
More than 16,000 military family members reported dirty and unsafe conditions on more than 160 bases.
Lawmakers Seek to Slow DoD's Efforts to Slash Medical Billets, Outsource Moves
The House Appropriations Committee passed the fiscal 2020 Defense Appropriations bill 30 to 22.
Army, Air Force Announce Professional Licensing Fee Reimbursement for Spouses
The benefit was included in the 2018 National Defense Authorization Act. Reimbursements will be backdated to Dec. 12, 2017.
Military Advocates Push for Stricter Oversight of Predatory Lenders
Groups renew effort to revive Consumer Financial Protection Bureau inspections of financial institutions.
Supreme Court Denies Military Medical Malpractice Case Petition
But while the court rejected Daniel v. the United States, Justices Ginsburg and Thomas came together to press the issue.
This 'Brain Game' Is Helping Vets with TBI Improve Their Memory
A small study shows that BrainHQ, already available through the Defense Department, helps with TBI symptoms.
Soldier Killed, 12 Injured in Humvee Rollover at Fort Polk
Staff Sgt. Jacob Hess died in the crash that occurred at Fort Polk during exercises at the Joint Readiness Training Center.
Families of Killed, Injured Troops Sue Contractor over Bagram ‘Fun Run’ Bombing
The families of five killed in a 2016 attack, as well as eight injured service members, are suing contractor Fluor.
Defense Spending Bill Includes 3.1% Military Pay Raise, Child Care Facilities Funding
A $690.2 billion fiscal 2020 defense funding bill also contains money for new aircraft and ships.
Navy Boot Camp Changes Increased Early Washout Rate. But That's Good, MCPON Says
Generation Z is stepping up to meet stricter standards, Master Chief Petty Officer of the Navy Russell Smith says.
House Unanimously Passes Blue Water Navy Bill, But Not Everyone Is Happy
Some veterans organizations take issue with the scope of the legislation.
Birth Control Policies at Boot Camp Affect Military Readiness, Study Finds
A look at childbirth in the first two years of enlistment shows broader education and access can reduce births.
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3 Silent Drill Platoon Marines Kicked Out, 2 Others Lose a Rank for Hazing
Members of the Silent Drill Platoon were punished after someone said they saw them use a training rifle to strike someone.
Navy to Change Pilot Call Sign Protocol After Minority Aviators Report Bias
The head of naval aviation has directed the creation of a new process for approving and reviewing pilots' call signs.
Thunder's End: Rolling Thunder to Mark Final Memorial Day Event This Weekend
This year's annual Rolling Thunder veterans tribute will be the last.
Five Sailors at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland Charged with Sexual Assault
Five sailors were arrested at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland on charges that the men sexually assaulted a woman last year.
Army Beginning to See Payoff from New Recruiting Strategy
Recruiting is up 27 percent year-over-year in Minneapolis, 19 percent in New York City and 17 percent in Baltimore.
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Army News
Army Taps Five Firms to Study How to Mount 30mm Cannons on Strykers
The U.S. Army recently selected five defense firms to participate in a design study for mounting a 30mm cannon on a Stryker.
Army to Promote Hundreds of PSYOP Soldiers at Fort Bragg
The 1st Special Forces Command will promote 300 psychological operations sergeants at a record-breaking promotion ceremony
Army Will Soon Open More Combat Jobs to Women, General Says
Over the last three years, more than 1,000 female soldiers have moved into combat-arms jobs.
Navy News
Navy: Sailor Contacted Russians, Pleads Guilty to Espionage
According to Navy court documents, Kellogg, 26, was in contact with Sevmash, Russia's largest shipbuilding enterprise.
Senate Committee's Defense Spending Plan Includes More Money for Amphibs
The Senate Armed Services Committee's budget plan would restore some funding for Navy warships that Marines say they need .
Lawmakers Again Bid for Gitmo Detainees to Receive Emergency Care in US
Lawmakers are once again pushing to authorize the transfer of prisoners to the U.S. for emergency medical care.
Air Force News
More US Troops Are Deploying to the Middle East to Counter Iran
Shanahan announced the move Friday to "safeguard U.S. forces given the ongoing threat posed by Iranian forces."
Air Force Agrees to Reimburse West Virginia City for Chemical Cleanup
The Air Force has agreed to reimburse $4.9 million to the city of Martinsburg, West Virginia.
Dashcam Video Shows the Moment Pilot Ejects from Plummeting F-16
Dashcam footage from a freeway commuter shows the moment a pilot ejected from an F-16 military jet last week.
Marine Corps News
Russian Court Extends Arrest for Marine Veteran Accused of Spying
A Russian court on Friday extended the arrest for Paul Whelan, who complained in court about abuse in custody.
Top Marine Makes Plea to End Suicide, Says 'Zero Shame' in Admitting Problem
Active-duty suicide rates in the Navy and Marine Corps reached a 10-year high last year.
10-Day Tribute Run at Fort Gordon Honoring Fallen Marines, Sailors Concludes
During the closing ceremony, 1,500 dog tags that service members ran with hung on a cross.
Coast Guard News
Purple Hearts Finally Awarded to Coast Guard Crew Killed in World War I
The cutter Tampa was sunk by a U-boat torpedo in 1918, killing all 131 aboard.
Fleet Week Brings Navy, Marines and Coast Guard to New York
Nearly 3,000 members of the Navy, Marines and Coast Guard are expected in the city as part of the week-long affair.
Bolton: Coast Guard to Help Reassert US Leadership in Arctic
Bolton said the Coast Guard also will play an important role as the administration pressures Cuba, Venezuela and Nicaragua.