Young veterans are more likely to work in jobs with significant physical demands and health risks than civilian peers, new research found. Ralph Puckett Jr., the last living National Medal of Honor recipient from the Korean War, died in his sleep on Monday. A federal judge rejected a government request to throw out a lawsuit accusing Veterans Affairs officials of discriminatory practices in disability claims. Mike Linnington leaves Wounded Warrior Project after eight years of dramatic improvements for injured veterans, but numerous challenges remain. A record number of women veterans are receiving disability compensation benefits from VA. The Pentagon is working with Niger officials, seeking a way for U.S. troops to stay in the country. By Tara Copp, AP
7 weeks ago Indo-Pacific Command says it faces an $11 billion funding gap for regional military construction, space programs, munitions and Guam missile defenses. Activated in 1944, the unit known as the Ghost Army was the first mobile, multimedia tactical deception outfit in U.S. Army history. There are many factors that contribute to the recruiting crisis facing the military, but at least one of them is within the Pentagon's power to fix. By Joe Schuman
7 weeks ago The pier to bring aid ashore to Gaza will be operational within 60 days, the Pentagon said. Load More