Breaking down Trump’s executive order mandating multiple VA reforms
The president signed an executive order Friday calling for several sweeping changes in VA operations and construction goals.
Mil Money
Thousands in West Region being booted out of military’s Tricare
Those who want to reinstate their coverage must do so by June 30.
Russian pilot tried to shoot down a British spy plane last fall–BBC
Intercepted communications suggest the pilot of a Russian Su-27 fighter jet fired on the unarmed U.K. plane in September 2022.
Opinion
Vets don’t deserve to be preyed upon by unaccredited ‘claims coaches’
Veterans should have a choice in how they pursue benefits, but also protection from those who will take advantage of the VA disability system.
PowerPoint creator, unwitting pioneer of military lethality, dies
Dennis Austin had no way of knowing that his creation would be hijacked by head-exploding graphics-loving DoD personnel.
Deliverance: Grubhub is bringing takeout to Naval Station Norfolk
Grubhub ordering has come to Naval Station Norfolk.
Army pauses retention cash bonuses amid sky-high re-up rate
Planning to reenlist for a cash bonus? You might want to wait.
Ukraine could be flying F-16s early in 2024, Air Guard chief says
Lt. Gen. Michael Loh said that Ukraine’s most experienced fighter pilots could complete U.S. training in Arizona on the F-16 in as little as three months.
Crimea shipyard on fire after Ukrainian attack that damaged 2 ships
The attack early Wednesday was in the port city of Sevastopol, which serves as the main base for Russia’s Black Sea Fleet.
North Korea’s Kim vows full support for Russia at summit with Putin
The two leaders held a summit that the U.S. warned could lead to a deal to supply ammunition for Moscow’s war in Ukraine.
Opinion
Tuberville’s stall tactics harm junior troops and senior leaders
Military readiness is paramount, and politicians should step back and let the DoD focus on preparing for future wars.
