Much discussion surrounding future wars indicates a conflict with China is right around the corner. The author of this op-ed argues otherwise. By Jacob T. Scheidemann
7 weeks ago Navy destroyers are being tested at an unprecedented rate in the Middle East. The Navy cut a submarine from its spending plan, but is pouring billions of dollars into supporting suppliers and helping increase their production rates. The Navy's fiscal 2025 budget request prioritizes near-term readiness and lethality and delays a number of larger, longer-term modernization programs. The nation's only joint Veterans Affairs and Defense Department health care center began using a new compatible medical records system on Saturday. The Navy and Marine Corps will move forward with the current Flight II LPD amphibious ship design, rather than a scaled-down, cheaper one DoD pushed for. The military services on Friday will lay out plans to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin for addressing safety concerns stemming from a fatal 2023 crash. NBC News reported Monday that the crash was linked to chipping from the Osprey’s proprotor gearbox. By Tara Copp, AP
3 months ago Pentagon officials fear such reforms could harm active duty retention. A handheld flashlight was sucked into the F-35's inlet engine during a maintenance ground run. Load More