


‘Infrastructure is the weapon’: Inside the race to build portable interceptor factories
As the Iran war drives global demand for interceptor drones, defense startups are betting they can fit a production line into a shipping container.

Veterans
Fewer service members died by suicide in 2024 than year prior, report finds
The report on 2024 suicides found a decrease in the total force suicide rate, though active component rates have steadily increased from 2011 to 2024.

Senior intel official sexually harassed woman at work, report finds
The overall conduct of William Lietzau created a toxic work environment, the IG report said.

US, allies promise larger military response if Red Sea attacks persist
A coalition of 13 nations warned of increased military response if Houthi assaults on commercial ships continue.

Gordon Sullivan, once dual-hat Army chief and secretary, dies at 86
Gen. Gordon Sullivan also stayed involved with the Army community for decades following his retirement.

Abortion access policy could be dumped, former Pentagon leader warns
The man who helped implement the military's abortion access policy said it could be rescinded by a Republican administration next year.

New system to improve shipments of troops’ household goods delayed
The new system reportedly will not be ready to move all domestic shipments by the summer 2024.

Defense, vets issues will factor in 2024 presidential race
Military and veterans policies will play a role in the debate over who should serve as commander-in-chief.

Army to open applications for new recruiting warrant officer field
The new warrant officer slots are part of the service's broader recruiting reforms.

Here are the military services’ top leaders heading into 2024
The services have newly confirmed leaders heading into 2024.

How many vets will be in Congress after the election?
The number of lawmakers with military experience has steadily declined since the 1970s.
