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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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USS Fitzgerald returns home after more than half a year abroad
The destroyer traversed the U.S. 3rd, 5th and 7th Fleet areas of operations over the course of seven months.
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Coast Guard adopts service-wide mandatory physical fitness training
Starting this year, able-bodied active and Selected Reserve Coast Guard members will need to work out at least four days a week.
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Senate advances resolution to limit Trump’s war powers after Venezuela
The Senate advanced a resolution Thursday that would limit President Donald Trump’s ability to conduct further attacks against Venezuela.
ByandStephen Groves, The Associated Press
Joey Cappeletti, The Associated Press
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Trump proposes massive increase in 2027 defense spending to $1.5T
President Donald Trump is proposing setting U.S. military spending at $1.5 trillion in 2027, citing “troubled and dangerous times.”
ByandAamer Madhani, The Associated Press
Konstantin Toropin, The Associated Press
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Venezuela’s military buries soldiers killed in Maduro operation
Venezuela’s military held a mass funeral in Caracas as it began to bury dozens of soldiers slain during the U.S. operation to capture Nicolás Maduro.
ByRegina Garcia Cano
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Navy introduces combat fitness test for SEALs, fleet divers, others
Combat arms personnel in the U.S. Navy will need to complete the new test once a year, executing swims, runs, push-ups, and pull-ups.
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US seizes 2 oil tankers linked to Venezuela
The Trump administration intends to control the distribution of Venezuela’s oil products globally following its ouster of Maduro in a surprise raid.
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During his 78th mission, this pilot came up against an unexpected foe
Merlyn Dethlefsen was dubbed “taciturn, a born-again Christian, and not at all the typical fighter pilot,” yet his exploits proved otherwise.
ByJon Guttman
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DOD launches review of ‘effectiveness’ of women in ground combat roles
Army and Marine Corp leaders will submit data on readiness, training, performance, casualties and command climate of ground combat units and personnel.
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‘This was surgical’: The tactics behind the Maduro mission
The entire mission hinged on a narrow break in Venezuela’s weather. When that window opened, the U.S. military moved fast.
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He turned down a trip home from the Korean War, then earned the MOH
Lloyd Burke’s 13-month tour in Korea was at an end when he decided to turn back — and received the Medal of Honor in the process.
ByJon Guttman
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Why Trump is claiming the US ‘needs’ Greenland for Arctic security
Increasing international tensions, global warming and a changing world economy have put Greenland at the heart of the global trade and security debate.
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