Latest "Kevin McCarthy" stories

Republicans aim at Pentagon civilian workforce to curb spending

In an exclusive interview with Defense News, Ken Calvert previews areas where House Republicans believe they can trim defense spending.

By Bryant Harris

6 weeks ago

Republicans eye Pentagon savings after McCarthy spending agreement

Republican defense hawks insist that Speaker McCarthy's spending agreement won't cut military spending, but they're also brainstorming Pentagon savings.

By Bryant Harris and Leo Shane III

2 months ago

House Speaker impasse hurting national security, vet lawmakers warn

The group is urging fellow GOP members to find a path forward on party leadership as quickly as possible.

By Leo Shane III

2 months ago

White House announces Patriots for Ukraine amid Zelenskyy visit

The announcement came after Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy landed in Washington for a meeting with President Joe Biden and an address to Congress.

By Bryant Harris

3 months ago

Pentagon worries repealing COVID vaccine mandate will affect readiness

Democratic House leaders now support the change, which has been a priority for congressional Republicans for months.

By Leo Shane III and Meghann Myers

3 months ago

This week in Congress: Final NDAA compromise expected to be unveiled

Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of Dec. 5, 2022.

By Leo Shane III

3 months ago