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The US Navy has battled operational tempo ordeals for years. The Iran war exposed the flaws.

Carrier availability and decisions made during the Iran war have exacerbated the US Navy's longstanding struggles with a frenzied operational tempo.

By Riley Ceder and Natalie Oliverio

4 weeks ago

USS John F. Kennedy completes acceptance sea trials

The USS John F. Kennedy completed acceptance sea trials Saturday as it heads toward its scheduled fiscal 2027 delivery.

5 weeks ago

White House national security official to depart administration

The upcoming departure of White House deputy national security adviser Andy Baker marks the latest change in a shake-up of the national security team.

By Gram Slattery, Reuters

5 weeks ago

Opinion

Widespread hormone replacement could yield long-term detriments that outweigh benefits

Widespread hormone replacement among troops could yield health and operational risks that outweigh benefits, former VA Secretary David Shulkin argues here.

By David Shulkin

8 weeks ago

USS Gerald R. Ford to undergo maintenance after onboard fire and plumbing issues

The USS Gerald R. Ford will undergo maintenance after completing the longest post-Vietnam carrier deployment.

2 months ago

Vessel that aided in discovery of famous WWII shipwrecks finds new life in US Navy

The R/V Petrel, the maritime brainchild of the late Paul Allen, was purchased by the U.S. Navy in 2022 and rechristened in 2025.

By Claire Barrett

3 months ago