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Military sexual assault reports decreased 4% last fiscal year

Officials said they are encouraged by the drop in reports of sexual violence but warned the problem still poses a threat to force readiness.

By Leo Shane III

10 days ago

DOD stops offering rape kits to most overseas civilian workers

DOD civilian workers and contractors overseas who are ineligible for the Military Health System will no longer be provided sexual assault forensic exams.

By Riley Ceder

3 weeks ago

DOD issues guidance to advance civilian workforce overhaul

DOD civilian employee roles that do not facilitate "lethality" should be assessed for restructuring or elimination, the memo states.

By Riley Ceder

4 weeks ago

Troops need better health care access, top enlisted tell lawmakers

Funding shortages and Tricare contract problems continue to plague the military health care system, senior enlisted leaders told lawmakers.

By Karen Jowers

5 weeks ago

Leaders expect big enlisted pay raise won’t cause new financial woes

Lawmakers expressed concerns that extra money for young troops could make some families ineligible for federal nutrition programs.

By Leo Shane III

5 weeks ago

Watchdog to investigate Hegseth’s sharing of airstrike info on Signal

The Defense Inspector General's Office will look into whether the defense secretary improperly shared sensitive information on the commercial app.

By Noah Robertson and Leo Shane III

5 weeks ago

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