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More military justice reforms included in defense policy bill

The measure gives more power to independent prosecutors, instead of local commanders.

By Leo Shane III

9 months ago

Vice Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force Gen. John E. Hyten speaks during the Air Force Association Virtual Aerospace Warfare Symposium at the Pentagon, Feb. 17, 2021. (Petty Officer 1st Class Carlos M. Vazquez II/Department of Defense)

Court to decide if Hyten will face trial in civil suit for sexual assault

The appeals court could take three months to a year to decide whether the case against retired Air Force Gen. John Hyten, the former vice chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, will proceed.

By Rachel S. Cohen

21 months ago

Frustrated advocates say racial biases within military justice system remain despite repeated alarms

Military leaders have promised to look into the issue, but critics say that work is long overdue.

By Leo Shane III

3 years ago

Sailor charged with sexually abusing shipmates while they slept

The abuse allegedly occurred during combat operations, too.

By Courtney Mabeus

4 years ago

Is the Pentagon breaking a law designed to help sexual assault victims?

An audit released last week casts doubt on whether the services are listening to victims.

By Geoff Ziezulewicz

4 years ago

Veterans groups sue the military for sexual assault records

Veterans groups have filed a lawsuit against the Defense Department and Department of Homeland Security, alleging that the government is illegally denying records requests involving sexual assault and harassment cases.

By Kyle Rempfer

6 years ago

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