Trump claims big jump in VA trust scores, but data shows modest gains
Patient satisfaction rates have improved steadily at VA in recent years, but Trump insists his changes have reformed the entire department.
Pentagon & Congress
Trump, Hegseth float renaming Defense Department to Department of War
The military bureaucracy has used the Department of Defense name for 76 years, but President Trump said he doesn't like the title.
Russia’s Wagner boss threatens Bakhmut pullout in Ukraine
Known for his bluster, Yevgeny Prigozhin has previously made unverifiable claims and threats he hasn’t carried out.
What Gen. CQ Brown would bring as chairman of the Joint Chiefs
Two sources confirmed to Defense News that the president has chosen Gen. Brown to succeed Army Gen. Mark Milley as the nation’s top military officer.
Oh, the Places SNAFU Will Go: Dr. Seuss’ animated fight against Nazis
Under the direction of Frank Capra Dr. Seuss offered up his services to the U.S. Army’s Information and Education Division.
Did a military lab spill anthrax into public waterways? New book reveals details of a US leak.
“Pandora’s Gamble” describes how wastewater potentially containing anthrax, Ebola, and other deadly pathogens spilled from an Army facility in 2018.
US to control land sales to foreigners near 8 military bases
Under a proposed rule change, foreign citizens and companies would need U.S. government approval to buy property within 100 miles of eight military bases.
Russian missile nearly hit US MQ-9 drone in Syria last year: CENTCOM
It's unclear whether the air-defense missile was intentionally or accidentally fired at the drone.
Catholic bishop of military personnel takes shot at VA abortion policy
The letter came almost two weeks after the Senate rejected an amendment from Sen. Tommy Tubberville (R-Ala.) to repeal the abortion policy.
Child sex abuse brings life sentence for former DoD elementary teacher
The incidents happened between 2006 and 2010. Stefan Zappey was named teacher of the year for his district in 2007.
New Tricare dental rates take effect
Increases went into effect May 1.
