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In this Friday, Nov. 16, 2018, file photo, members of the U.S. military install multiple tiers of concertina wire along the banks of the Rio Grande near the Juarez-Lincoln Bridge at the U.S.-Mexico border, in Laredo, Texas. (AP Photo/Eric Gay)

These Military Construction Projects Could Be Cut to Fund a Border Wall

"Some generals thinks this is more important," Trump said of funding a wall rather than military construction projects.

The U.S. Coast Guard “removed” a member from its Hurricane Florence response team after he made an “OK” hand gesture on live television that the agency deemed “offensive.” (MSNBC via Fox News)

Coast Guard Member 'Removed' for Making 'Offensive' Sign on Live TV

Social media accused the unidentified team member of making a so-called "white power" hate symbol.

A National Guard Chinook helicopter lands at a shopping center in Wilmington, N.C., on Sept. 18. The Chinook was delivering supplies for continuing relief efforts after Hurricane Florence hit the Carolinas. (Ken Blevins/The Star-News via AP)

Small North Carolina Town Is Latest to Feel Florence's Fury

The National Guard and U.S. Coast Guard rushed in to help stranded residents in flooded North Carolina towns.

U.S. Air Force Security Forces Airmen assigned to the South Carolina Air National Guard, 169th Fighter Wing, assist Florence County, S.C., Sheriff’s Department with evacuation efforts in Florence, S.C., Sept. 17, 2018. (U.S. Army National Guard/Staff Sgt. Jorge Intriago)

Pentagon Deploys Thousands of Troops as Flooding from Florence Worsens

The Pentagon has sent some 13,000 servicemembers to areas impacted by Hurricane Florence in North and South Carolina.

Rescue team member Sgt. Nick Muhar, from the North Carolina National Guard 1/120th battalion, evacuates a young child as the rising floodwaters from Hurricane Florence threatens his home in New Bern, N.C., on Sept. 14. (AP Photo/Chris Seward)

NC National Guard Responds to Hurricane Florence with 2,800 Troops

A dual-status commander is now reporting to both active-duty and National Guard superiors.

Soldiers assigned to the 101st Sustainment Brigade, 101st Airborne Division, prepare for Hurricane Florence relief efforts on Sept. 13 at Fort Campbell, Ky. The "Screaming Eagles" are assisting Fort Bragg's high-water rescue teams stationed in several North Carolina cities. (US Army photo/Lynnwood Thomas)

Fort Bragg Soldiers Dig Out from Florence, Begin Relief Operations

High water rescue teams from Fort Bragg, N.C. are being assisted by Army troops from other forts across the country.

Recruits at Marine Corps Recruit Depot Parris Island prepare to evacuate to Marine Corps Logistic Base Albany following an evacuation order directed by Brig. Gen. James Glynn, the depot’s commanding general. (U.S. Marine Corps/Lance Cpl. Yamil Casarreal)

These Military Bases Are Evacuating Now as Hurricane Florence Bears Down

Tens of thousands of troops, their families and recruits started evacuating at least five military bases Tuesday.

3rd Expeditionary Sustainment Command Soldier lines up vehicle in preparation for Hurricane Florence at Fort Bragg, North Carolina, September 12, 2018. (U.S. Army/Staff Sgt. Terrance Payton)

Amphibious Ships to 'Chase Florence' as 7,000 Troops Stand by for Rescue Ops

The effort activated to support relief and rescue operations after Hurricane Florence hits has swelled to 7,000 troops.

Evacuation Entitlements if the Military Tells You to Go

Hurricane inbound? Here's what the military will pay for if you're ordered to evacuate.

Hampton VA Medical Center (Image: va.gov)

VA Evacuates Hundreds of Patients, Closes Hospitals as It Braces for Hurricane

The department is also working to make sure disability checks go out if flooding disrupts the mail service.

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