Jonathan Lehrfeld
Early Bird Brief Editor, Military Times
Jonathan is a staff writer and editor of the Early Bird Brief newsletter for Military Times. Follow him on Twitter @lehrfeld_media
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Weighing benefits: Could anti-obesity meds help troops’ weight issues?
Advocates argue that anti-obesity drugs like Ozempic could help overweight troops, but the services have no uniform policy for such treatments.
Lawmakers explore how artificial intelligence can boost care for vets
Lawmakers questioned VA officials on best practices for employing artificial intelligence technology to improve health care and benefits.
First Medal of Honor recipient from Vietnam War dies at 89
The first American to receive a Medal of Honor for heroism during the Vietnam War died on Jan. 25 at 89 years old.
Waves pummel Marshall Islands Army base, ‘marathon of recovery’ ahead
One video shows the surge of water rush into an on-base restaurant as people attempt to avoid getting swept away.
Army civilian accused of bilking $100 million to fund luxury lifestyle
An Army civilian allegedly stole $100 million in military funds in order to fund a lavish lifestyle.
National Guardsman arrested in alleged murder-for-hire plot
A National Guardsman allegedly planned a murder-for-hire plot against a man involved in a 2016 crash that took the life of the soldier’s mother.
Soldier recovering after Christmas drone attack in Iraq
A soldier critically injured in a drone attack in Iraq on Christmas is slowly recovering.
Race into 2024 with a new military marathon challenge
Runners can compete in five military races to earn a new medal.
Defense bill grants Native American veterans more paths to advocacy
A congressional charter for the National American Indian Veterans organization passed as part of the 2024 National Defense Authorization Act.
Gronk helps gift cars to military families in need ahead of Army-Navy
Two military families in need are gifted new vehicles ahead of the annual Army-Navy game with some help from former football tight end Rob Gronkowski.
