US spent $6 billion in the past 3 years to recruit and retain troops
The multi-year effort has been part of a growing campaign to counter enlistment shortfalls.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
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Pentagon lost contact with Army helo that caused DC jet diversions
Controllers lost contact on May 1 because a temporary control tower antenna had not been set up at the correct location, Brig. Gen. Matthew Braman told AP.
By Tara Copp, AP
Coast Guard officer accused of terror plot asks for leniency
Federal prosecutors are recommending a 25-year prison sentence for a Coast Guard lieutenant accused of stockpiling guns and targeting Supreme Court justices, prominent Democrats and TV journalists for attacks inspired by racist killers.
By Michael Kunzelman, The Associated Press
Former soldier with neo-Nazi ties planned to bring assault rifle to Virginia gun rights rally
Two Americans and a Canadian are suspected of planning to incite violence at a Virginia gun rights rally.
Congress wrestles with deterring China ― beyond nukes
The U.S. must form a new and creative strategy to deter China using conventional means, experts told Congress.
By Joe Gould
Audit finds some military hospitals issued potentially dangerous amounts of opioids
DoD needs to better monitor its physicians and prescriptions, the Department of Defense Inspector General said.
By Patricia Kime
Navy SEAL arraigned on murder charges in death of Green Beret
Out of the four men charged in connection to the death of Staff Sgt. Logan J. Melgar, Navy Chief Special Tony E. DeDolph was the latest arraigned on charges of conspiracy, assault, obstruction of justice, burglary, involuntary manslaughter, hazing and felony murder.
By Todd South
Best pics of the week: Jan. 12, 2020
Pave Hawk testing, live-fire exercise at sea aboard the USS Montgomery, securing the Baghdad Embassy Compound and more of the best photos from around the military.
In the IRR or National Guard marking your time? Activation and deployment orders — know your rights or go at your own peril
Congress has also allowed for service members to request delay and exemption from orders. Like everything, timing is critical, say the authors of this commentary.
By David P. Sheldon and Shannon James
The Army wants you ... to revive its branding effort
Eligible officers — from the rank of captain to colonel — have until Jan. 19, 2020 to apply.
By J.D. Simkins