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Army pilot claims he distributed LSD for religious reasons
The Army pilot believes LSD is a sacrament “necessary for his continued spiritual growth and development," his lawyers argued.
Soldier found dead during basic combat training at Fort Jackson
A soldier from Charlie Company, 2nd Battalion, 13th Infantry Regiment, was “found deceased during training” on Thursday, the Army said.
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National security adviser Mike Waltz leaving Trump team
Waltz's exit comes just weeks after it was revealed he added a journalist to a Signal chat being used to discuss military plans.
Service leaders laud quality-of-life improvements, but concerns linger
Officials worry that planned Defense Department civilian workforce cuts could hurt base services and military family support.
Military sexual assault reports decreased 4% last fiscal year
Officials said they are encouraged by the drop in reports of sexual violence but warned the problem still poses a threat to force readiness.
Viet Cong targeted US officers — they hadn’t counted on this sergeant
With all higher ranks out of the fight, Sgt. Matthew Leonard took command to save his fellow soldiers.
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GOP bill repeals rule on how for-profit schools count vets benefits
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This sailor requested leave to get his wife pregnant. It was approved.
“My wife is planning on getting pregnant this weekend,” the 1967 liberty request read, “and I would sure like to be there when it happens.”
What surviving an IED taught me about being a stand-up comedian
An Army veteran-turned-stand-up comedian discusses the importance of laughter in the wake of trauma.
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Life of pie: Soldier charged with loan fraud in bakery boondoggle
The soldier has been charged for allegedly using a fraudulent pie business called “Granny’s Delight” to obtain COVID-related business relief loans.
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Soldier found dead during basic combat training at Fort Jackson
A soldier from Charlie Company, 2nd Battalion, 13th Infantry Regiment, was “found deceased during training” on Thursday, the Army said.
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Pentagon jobs cuts delay plans to expand assault, suicide prevention
Defense Department personnel cuts will delay plans to hire at least 1,000 more civilians for prevention work within the military, officials said.
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Coast Guardsman’s wife arrested for expired visa after security check
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