Budget

Republicans have been pushing to boost the defense budget by 3% to 5% to grow capabilities in cyber, space and naval warfare.

Rep. Adam Smith is questioning how the F-35 Joint Strike Fighter program fits into the Defense Department's future strategy.

The lawmakers cited the need to grow capabilities in cyber, space and naval warfare.

A lack of big surprises in the next budget potentially sets up a fight between Democrats on Capitol Hill.

Veterans advocates are calling for an $11 billion increase in the Department of Veterans Affairs budget.

President Donald Trump has issued a new threat to veto the $740 billion defense policy bill.

Plans call for 10 destroyers, 15 frigates and more than a dozen new submarines.

Soon-to-be moms in the military could receive free loaner maternity uniforms if next year’s defense policy bill becomes law.

The Air Force may be desperate to retire a significant chunk of its A-10 fleet, but lawmakers have other ideas.

Leaders of the HASC said a veto on the National Defense Authorization Act would harm troops and readiness.