US creates task force to prosecute leaks to news media, Hegseth says
The Justice Department and Pentagon created a joint task force to identify and prosecute leaks to news media.
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US industrial base is becoming stronger for wartime production, study finds
As recent conflicts consume weapons at a ferocious rate, America’s defense industrial base is becoming more prepared to sustain a major war.
State clears Apache updates for Egypt, excess MRAPs for UAE
The sales combine for a potential $2.8 billion price tag.
Senate fails to override Trump veto on Iran conflict
Congress has failed in its bid to block President Donald Trump from engaging in further military action against Iran without first seeking approval from the legislative branch.
Justice Department is dropping Flynn’s Trump-Russia case
The action was a stunning reversal for one of the signature cases brought by special counsel Robert Mueller.
Military member serving as Trump valet tests positive for coronavirus
A member of the military serving as one of President Donald Trump’s valets has tested positive for the coronavirus, the White House said Thursday. It said Trump and Vice President Mike Pence have since tested negative for the virus and “remain in good health.”
Troops should expect a big pay raise next year, despite budget uncertainty
The White House has proposed a 3.0 percent pay raise in 2021.
Updated guidance allows unhospitalized COVID-19 survivors to join the military
Now, prospective recruits who have tested positive for coronavirus can join up, as long as they weren't hospitalized.
‘Tarnished’ culture within Navy must be fixed, secretary nominee warns
Kenneth Braithwaite, the White House pick to lead the service, said he worries sailors have lost trust in their commanders.
Esper: Pentagon ready for any new wave of coronavirus
Defense Secretary Mark Esper has stressed that the military cannot expect to resume business as usual any time soon.
Trump vetoes measure to restrain his actions against Iran
President Donald Trump on Wednesday vetoed a resolution that said he must get a nod from Congress before engaging in further military action against Iran. Trump called it “insulting” to the presidency.
