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Defense secretary tells Naval Academy graduates they’re ready to serve

“Class of 2023, wherever your career takes you, remind the world of what you stand for," Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said.

4 months ago

Former SecDefs blast senator over ‘irresponsible’ nomination holds

The seven former military leaders said holding up confirmations hurts military operations.

By Leo Shane III

5 months ago

Former Defense Secretary Ash Carter honored as ‘force of nature’

President Joe Biden and other past and present U.S. officials are honoring former Defense Secretary Ash Carter, who died in October of a heart attack.

9 months ago

Former Defense Secretary Ash Carter dies of heart attack at age 68

Carter served in the top Pentagon role from 2015 to 2017.

By Leo Shane III and Joe Gould

11 months ago

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin has coronavirus, symptoms ‘mild’

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin announced he tested positive for COVID-19 on Sunday.

By Leo Shane III and Joe Gould

21 months ago

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin reminds veteran of past opportunities

His actions seem to say he has the morale of the troops as his primary consideration. Far too many in those positions haven’t.

By Gerald Collins

22 months ago