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DOD needs more consistent Indo-Pacific deterrence funding, GAO says
An annual assessment of how DOD funds deterrence efforts in the Indo-Pacific revealed problematic inconsistencies, according to a GAO report.
By Lillian Juarez
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.
By Zita Ballinger Fletcher
Navy SEALs face disciplinary action after racist memes investigation
Two SEALs based in Virginia are facing disciplinary action for developing racist memes targeting a Black sailor in their platoon, a defense official said.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
Retired Navy admiral found guilty in bribery scheme
Retired Adm. Robert Burke is the most senior military member ever convicted of committing a federal crime while on active duty, according to reports.
By Todd South
Navy leaders look to expand munitions options as supplies run low
Operations against Houthi militants in the Red Sea have drawn down missile supplies potentially needed for future operations.
Navy seeks to fast track nuclear weapons systems
Vice Admiral Johnny Wolfe told Congress the Navy is working to improve and develop three critical weapons systems.
By Zita Ballinger Fletcher
Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard outline FY26 budget needs this week
Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of May 12, 2025.
Judge awards $680K to Hawaii military families over fuel-tainted water
The cases set the legal tone for thousands more military families and civilians suing over a 2021 jet fuel leak into a Navy drinking water system on Oahu.
Jet landing on USS Truman goes overboard, forcing pilots to eject
The incident, in which the pilots were safely recovered, marks the third time since December that an F/A-18 assigned to the carrier Truman has been lost.
By Jon Gambrell, The Associated Press
Navy relieves commander of New Hampshire Reserve center
Cmdr. Joseph Dearing was relieved as NRC Manchester CO “due to a loss of confidence in his ability to command,” the Navy said.
By Beth Sullivan
Pentagon keeps 2 aircraft carriers in Middle East for another week
The carrier Harry S. Truman is expected to head home to Norfolk, Virginia, after the week is up, according to officials.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press