House shoots down amendment to cut F-35 purchaseMeanwhile, there's talk of authorizing the defense secretary to seize Lockheed Martin's intellectual property.By Bryant Harris4 weeks ago
White House takes aim at shipbuilding, other measures in defense billThe White House noted its concerns with the FY25 defense policy bill's shipbuilding plans, an east coast missile defense site and contractor pricing data.By Bryant Harris6 weeks ago
House advances $884 billion defense bill with enlisted troop pay raiseIn addition to the enlisted pay raise, the bill pushes back against F-35 procurement as lawmakers bash Lockheed Martin over the troubled program.By Bryant Harris and Leo Shane III2 months ago
Lawmakers press Biden for quality of life focus in next defense budgetMembers want next year's spending plan to include money for junior enlisted pay raises and military housing improvements.By Leo Shane III5 months ago
Criticism swirls over defense secretary’s hushed-up hospitalizationFormer President Donald Trump called Austin's lack of communication over his medical issues a fireable offense.By Leo Shane III7 months ago
Troops set for largest pay boost in 22 years under defense plan President Joe Biden is expected to sign the annual defense authorization bill into law later this month.By Leo Shane III8 months ago