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Scammers who target veterans could face extra prison time
Legislation would add 10 years to fraud convictions when the victim is targeted because of their veteran status.
Trump left the Open Skies Treaty, but don’t write it off yet
President Donald Trump made good on his decision to withdraw from the Open Skies Treaty, but it looks like President-elect Joe Biden, who opposed that move, may have a path to revive the pact.
Oppose China’s censorship, but don’t kill the Hollywood-military partnership
Hollywood has provided one of the most powerfully positive images of our military, and denying cooperation with movie makers would degrade the U.S. government of its ability to tell its own story, says the author of this commentary.
By Jim Lechner
Seeking the Military Suicide Solution Podcast, Episode 28: Tom Cruz — attempt survivor and suicide prevention advocate
Tom Cruz is an active duty master sergeant who has experience with suicide prevention and awareness resulting from an attempt in 2010 to take his life. Since his attempt, he became a huge advocate of more awareness and prevention for veterans.
Top military officer: Troops were issued bayonets in DC unrest
The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff has confirmed a report by The Associated Press that some of the service members who were mobilized to Washington, D.C., last month in response to civil unrest over the killing of George Floyd were issued bayonets.
German auction house sells historic Medal of Honor despite US opposition
Pvt. Thomas Kelly earned the Medal of Honor for his service during the Spanish-American War.
By Diana Stancy
Dems, GOP divided after Iran briefing from Trump administration officials
The U.S. and Iran stepped back from the brink of war, but some lawmakers are left with questions about the administration’s strategy.
By Joe Gould
House to debate limiting Trump’s military actions against Iran
House lawmakers plan to begin deliberations and vote this week on a new war powers resolution designed to limit the president’s military actions against Iran.
Former Naval Academy supe to get Nebraska vote
His base pay on the pending five-year contract calls for a yearly base salary of $934,600.
Congress would override Trump if he vetoes Hong Kong support, says Republican leader
Congress will override President Donald Trump if he vetoes popular legislation meant to support pro-democracy protesters in Hong Kong, a Senate Republican leader said Saturday.
By Joe Gould
Congress to target Russian pipeline in defense bill
Congress’s must-pass defense policy bill will be the vehicle to stop Russian President Vladimir Putin’s $11 billion project.
By Joe Gould