Nearly 200 troops have been injured in attacks from Iran-backed militant groups since October. The move came without objection in a voice vote late Wednesday night. Chief Fire Controlman (AEGIS) Bryce Steven Pedicini is accused of passing classified information to an agent of a foreign government. The House Intelligence Committee on Wednesday warned about a “serious national security threat” facing America. Lawmakers questioned VA officials on best practices for employing artificial intelligence technology to improve health care and benefits. Nearly 250 former U.S. interpreters and allies in Afghanistan have been reported killed by the Taliban in retribution for their service. Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of Feb. 5, 2024. Lawmakers are weighing possible changes to military compensation systems as a way to improve families' quality of life. Taiwan can now use U.S. aid to grow its own defense industry, a benefit only Israel has had before. But funding remains stalled amid the Ukraine debate. Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of Jan. 22, 2024. Load More