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USS South Dakota command triad fired, draws ire of congressmen
Lawmakers said the Navy failed to notify them that it had fired the commander triad for the USS South Dakota, despite confirming the firings to a journalist for a report.
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Navy unveils special warfare-themed uniforms for upcoming Army-Navy game
The U.S. Navy released images of Navy Midshipmen uniforms for the 2026 Army-Navy game that honor the service’s Naval special warfare components.
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USS George H.W. Bush families told to prepare for year-long deployment
Families of sailors on the USS George H.W. Bush prepare to spend holidays without their loved ones after the Navy announces its deployment is extended once again.
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Sailors in Congress’s medical office reassigned after alleging controlling bosses, unsuitable tasks
Four sailors who spoke to Military Times said they were assigned tasks not fitting their positions, such as clipping lawmakers’ toenails and making overnight deliveries.
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How much time are sailors away from home? Navy records leave gaps
A ship’s deployment is only one measure of the time sailors spend away from home.
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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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Trump claims arch at Arlington National Cemetery would honor military personnel, veterans
During his Veterans Day speech Wednesday, Trump said an arch he plans to build at the cemetery’s entrance would honor those who served.
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House passes sweeping veterans benefits bill with polarizing tactic
The package includes more than 60 provisions, but its most contentious measure would change how the VA rates sleep apnea and tinnitus.
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50 years later, Vietnam veterans deserve their homecoming
“I have long believed that we can never do enough to honor the men and women who have served our country. But we can always do a little more,” writes Gary Sinise.
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Guard appears to rebuke Hegseth’s delegation at Tomb of the Unknown Soldier
The U.S. Army sentinel moved toward the group and, from a distance, shouted toward them: “All visitors will maintain an atmosphere of silence and respect at all times.”
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WWII submarine vet ruled in landmark case that led to Agent Orange exposure settlement
A submariner in WWII presided over the 1984 class action suit brought by Vietnam veterans seeking compensation from the defoliant Agent Orange.
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US raid allegedly killed undercover agent instead of IS official
A raid by U.S. forces and a Syrian group aiming to capture an Islamic State official instead reportedly killed a local man who was working to gather intel.
ByOmar Albam and Abby Sewell, The Associated Press
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Don’t miss these Tricare and other health benefits deadlines
It’s time for Tricare beneficiaries to review health care plans and flexible spending accounts for health care and child care.
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IG finds Hegseth risked endangering Houthi mission with Signal use
The Pentagon pointed to the IG’s conclusion that Hegseth had the authority to declassify the strike information as an exoneration.
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Navy releases ‘catastrophic’ findings involving USS Harry S. Truman
The USS Harry S. Truman collided with a merchant vessel and three F/A-18 Super Hornets were lost in a six month span between December 2024 and May 2025.
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Admiral says there was no ‘kill them all’ order in boat attack
Democrats who were also briefed and saw video of the survivors being killed questioned the Trump administration’s rationale.
ByandStephen Groves, The Associated Press
Lisa Mascaro, The Associated Press
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Navy admiral who oversaw strike on boat survivors to brief lawmakers
Discussions with Adm. Bradley, commander of U.S. Special Operations Command, comes as Congress looks into the actions of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.
ByandStephen Groves, The Associated Press
Lisa Mascaro, The Associated Press
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Camp Pendleton Marine killed in tactical training vehicle mishap
The incident occurred during routine training aboard the base, the service announced.
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Family of man killed in US strike files human rights challenge
The family of a Colombian man has filed a formal challenge to U.S. military strikes on alleged drug-carrying boats.
ByandAstrid Suarez, The Associated Press
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Medal of Honor recipients to receive larger stipends under new law
Living Medal of Honor recipients will now receive around $67,500 in annual honorarium under a new law signed Monday by President Donald Trump.
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The Japanese American ‘draft dodgers’ of WWII
In 1944, a few hundred U.S.-born Japanese Americans defied their draft orders, citing the constitutional rights of the interned Nisei.
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Bill would raise VA compensation for severely injured vets, survivors
A congressional bill would raise VA compensation for survivors and severely injured veterans, but lawmakers are sparring over its estimated cost.
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Hegseth put US troops, mission at risk with Signal use, AP sources say
The Pentagon’s watchdog found that Pete Hegseth put U.S. troops and their mission at risk when he used the Signal app to convey sensitive information.
ByandLisa Mascaro, The Associated Press
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