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House Republicans sidestep effort to impeach Hegseth
In a 211 to 204 vote, House Republicans sent proposed impeachment articles against Hegseth to the Judiciary Committee, quashing the effort.
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Groceries, gas, a ‘Grand Slam’: here are your Veterans Day discounts
Check out the free or discounted food, attractions, services and products available to veterans and active-duty service members on Wednesday.
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Hegseth denounces ‘farce’ impeachment in first briefing since May
Hegseth argued the impeachment articles brought forth Monday were a politically motivated “farce” directed at service members.
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Blue Angels dismiss aviator and public affairs officer, sources say moves unrelated
The U.S. Navy Blue Angels flight demonstrations squadron fired a pilot and a public affairs officer in two isolated events, according to sources.
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House maneuver clears path for vote on Major Richard Star Act
If lawmakers do not enact the measure before the 119th Congress ends, supporters will have to pursue it again in the next congressional session.
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Unite for Veterans Coalition to rally in DC for fair elections, Hegseth impeachment
The Veterans Day rally will highlight a range of issues, from the protection of democratic norms to National Guard deployments and the Iran war.
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Final 8 sailors identified from 1945 USS Indianapolis sinking
Eighty-one years after the sinking of the USS Indianapolis, the last eight men whose fates remained unclear on that catastrophic evening have been identified.
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Apply for Best for Vets: Trusted Brands
Military Times is now accepting submissions from companies that offer verifiable value to the military community through programs and benefits.
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Insurance Guide
Military Times has outlined helpful information about car insurance, renters insurance, and life insurance for troops.
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2025 PCS Guide
Read up on tips and tricks in Military Times’ 2025 Permanent Change of Station Guide.
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2025 Benefits Guide
Learn how your military benefits — including health care, retirement pay and more — have changed in 2025.
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100 years on, Kansas City’s Liberty Memorial still shines for veterans
A hundred years ago, Kansas City opened Liberty Memorial, one of the world’s first major monuments dedicated to veterans of World War I.
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Scouting America marks Veterans Day with new merit badge on military service
Scouting America has introduced a new merit badge on military service designed to connect scouts with the history of the U.S. armed forces.
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Army football goes green, honors Ivy Soldiers for Navy clash
Army football players will be decked in head-to-toe green for this year’s Army-Navy football game, in a uniform Nike unveiled this week.
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Most Americans want new Democratic Congress to end Trump’s Iran war, poll finds
A new Reuters/Ipsos poll found that 71% of Americans want Congress to pass legislation ending the conflict with Iran.
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Jimmy Stewart kept a secret war journal. It will never be published.
A journal found by his bedside after his death in 1997 sheds fresh light on the pain, complexity and even humor of his time in uniform.
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Hegseth says impeachment filing against him is ‘sabotage’ and political ‘farce’
The Secretary of Defense defended his record in his first press conference since May, and said attacks on him disrespect troops, and are a preamble for trying service members for war crimes.
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Hegseth orders immediate changes to troops’ household goods program
Troops will get more money reimbursed for moving their belongings themselves, according to a Pentagon memo.
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Maintenance costs will spike as militaries add advanced planes: Report
Advanced jets like the F-35 have stealth coatings, unique materials and cutting-edge technologies that take more work to maintain, driving up costs.
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Monthly pay bump coming for Army paratroopers, Hegseth says
Rank-and-file paratroopers and jumpmasters will see an increase in monthly hazardous duty incentive pay.
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Warren presses Hegseth about fluoridation’s impact on readiness
Sen. Elizabeth Warren wants to know if the DOD has considered the effects on troops’ dental health if communities don’t add fluoride to drinking water.
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Sailor arrested for allegedly making false bomb threat on plane
John Stea allegedly told a flight attendant that the passenger next to him had explosives on a Hawaiian Airlines flight departing San Diego on Tuesday.
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Pentagon approves 1,100 more troops for southern border mission
The additional 1,100 troops would bring the military close to 10,000 total deployed in support of the border mission.
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Private plane crashes into San Diego military housing neighborhood
Authorities say two people have died and multiple others were injured when a private jet crashed into military housing in San Diego during foggy weather.
ByJulie Watson, The Associated Press
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Navy ramps up unmanned systems weapons tests, calls for industry push
The Navy recently launched two groundbreaking weapons tests as the service continues its push for unmanned systems.
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Army Reserve gears up for the ‘Super Bowl’ of all exercises
An estimated 9,000 soldiers will participate across more than five states.
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Lingering cost worries cloud plans for veterans disability reform bill
Advocates hope to restart momentum in Congress this year on the Major Richard Star Act.
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Army preps for 250th anniversary parade on Trump’s birthday
The Army’s anniversary celebration in Washington is set for June 14, which also happens to be President Trump’s birthday.
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TSA trained to accept military IDs in lieu of REAL IDs, officials say
A military ID is an acceptable alternative to the REAL ID, which is now required for passengers boarding domestic flights in the United States.
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