OpinionTime is running out to recognize, compensate aging atomic veteransThe VA’s failure to provide timely benefits makes RECA a critical lifeline for many veterans, Keith Kiefer argues in an op-ed.By Keith Kiefer2 days ago
Defense Secretary makes final pitch on FY25 military budget this weekDefense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of May 6, 2024.By Leo Shane III2 days ago
House passes billions in aid for Ukraine, Israel — next is the SenateThe House has approved a $95 billion package of foreign aid for Ukraine, Israel and other U.S. allies after months of turmoil on Capitol Hill.2 weeks ago
USS Gunston Hall is back home after a four-month deploymentGunston Hall returned to the states after taking part in NATO's biggest exercise in decades.By Geoff Ziezulewicz3 weeks ago
Pentagon presses Congress for Ukraine funding, citing dire situationPentagon leaders told Congress that Ukraine and Israel both desperately need weapons being held up by a failure to pass a funding package.By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press3 weeks ago
Ukraine will soon be outgunned without help, top Europe general saysThe top general for U.S. forces in Europe told Congress Wednesday that Ukraine may be outgunned 10 to 1 by Russia within a matter of weeks.By Tara Copp, AP4 weeks ago
Republicans pick defense hawk to usher spending billsRepublicans have selected a traditional defense hawk and Ukraine aid proponent as the new House appropriations chairman.By Bryant Harris4 weeks ago
US gives Ukraine seized Iranian weapons that were headed to Houthis The U.S. has once again sent weapons to Ukraine seized from an Iranian group that attempted to smuggle the munitions to Yemen’s Houthi militants.By Jonathan Lehrfeld4 weeks ago
Lawmakers push for cost-of-living boost in veterans benefits next yearLegislation introduced in the Senate would guarantee a cost-of-living boost in veterans benefits in 2025.By Leo Shane III4 weeks ago
Pacific problems: Why the US disagrees on the cost of deterring ChinaHow much money will it take to deter Chinese aggression in the Indo-Pacific region, and who gets to decide?By Noah Robertson5 weeks ago
Congress funds Taiwan military support as foreign aid bill stallsThe $300 million in Taiwan military financing falls far short of the $3.9 billion in security assistance for Taipei tied up with Ukraine, Israel aid.By Bryant Harris6 weeks ago
How the Pentagon found $300M for Ukraine, but is still deep in the redThe discovery of the $300 million has raised some eyebrows.By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press and Tara Copp, AP6 weeks ago