Richard Sisk has more than 45 years of journalism experience in reporting and editing in the U.S. and abroad for United Press International, the N.Y. Daily News and now for Military.com. He has covered police beats, the courts, transportation and politics in New York City and Washington, D.C., and had numerous assignments in the Mideast, Europe and Latin America. He has covered six presidential campaigns and since 2016 has been Military.com’s Pentagon reporter. Sisk is a Vietnam veteran who served with the 2nd Battalion, Fourth Marines, in 1967-68.
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Russia, China Expected to Equip Iran With Fighters and Tanks When Arms Embargo Lifts
The country is continuing its drive to establish regional dominance.
Stopgap Bill Would Preserve Military Funding as Government Shutdown Looms
A bill was introduced in the House on Monday to keep the government running through Dec. 20.
Bills Would Award Congressional Gold Medal to Army Rangers of WWII
About 41 of the 7,000 Rangers who served in the war are still alive.
Problems with Military Housing Began Decades Ago, Manager Says
The crisis reflects a long history of neglect, the CEO of a company managing military housing said.
President Trump Honors Army POW Who Defied Nazi Demand to ID Jewish Troops
President Donald Trump honored the WWII heroism of Army Master Sgt. Roddie Edmonds.
Families of Fallen Troops Often Face Their Hardest Battle Alone
Organizations like the Army Survivors Advisory Working Group are trying to make a difference for Gold Star Families.
Up to 600 Troops Now Set to Remain in Syria Indefinitely, Top General Says
The fight against ISIS continues.
Here’s Where President Donald Trump Will Spend Veterans Day
He won’t be attending the traditional wreath-laying ceremonies at Arlington Cemetery.
Trump Delivers a Salute to Veterans at Historic NYC Parade
President Trump paid tribute to all Americans who have worn a uniform, from the Revolution through present-day conflicts.
Trump's Intervention in Military Legal Cases Could Strain Relations with Allies: Official
"Our allies and partners know that our people will be held to account for their actions and their behavior."
Marine Held Hostage by Iran Reflects on Heroic Rescue Attempt 40 Years Later
Former Marine Sgt. Rocky Sickmann honored the troops who died trying to rescue him and 51 others in the Iran hostage crisis.
Troops Will Keep Guarding Syrian Oil, But US Won't Keep Profits, Pentagon Says
The U.S. continues to support the Syrian Democratic Forces, officials said.
These Are the Best Cities for Veterans to Live, Buy a Home
The results from two separate surveys are in.
VA Taking Note of ‘Alarming’ Burn Pit Trends in WWP Survey
The VA needs more scientific evidence before approving benefits for burn pit exposures.
Baghdadi May Have Fired Back at US Troops Before Exploding Suicide Vest: CENTCOM Commander
Abu Bakr al-Baghdadi possibly fired at U.S. troops before exploding a suicide vest, Marine Gen. Kenneth McKenzie said.
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