OpinionMilitarizing America’s southern border is a slippery slopeThe U.S. military has been hurled into an unprecedented and dangerous role as a police force along the U.S.-Mexico border, the author of this op-ed argues.By Caroline Zier2 days ago
Army issues policy to discharge, disqualify transgender troopsThe Army has issued its policy on the separation of transgender soldiers through a two-stage process. By Todd South2 days ago
US military changes tone in Africa, urges burden-sharing among alliesThe U.S. military’s new posture comes even though many African armies remain ill-equipped and insurgent groups expand.3 days ago
US spent $6 billion in the past 3 years to recruit and retain troopsThe multi-year effort has been part of a growing campaign to counter enlistment shortfalls. By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press5 days ago
Pentagon approves 1,100 more troops for southern border missionThe additional 1,100 troops would bring the military close to 10,000 total deployed in support of the border mission. By Noah Robertson8 days ago
House Dems offer bill to keep transgender troops in the ranksThe legislation could force a public vote by House defense lawmakers on whether transgender individuals should be allowed to serve in the military. By Leo Shane III9 days ago