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Former generals warn of more Guard use in domestic, political missions
The Guard has increasingly been used for unconventional missions outside its traditional mission set, four retired National Guard generals argued.
By Zamone Perez
Texas investigating Guardsman in border-related shooting incident
On April 14, a National Guardsman assigned to Operation Lone Star "discharged a weapon in a border-related incident," the Texas Military Department said.
By Todd South
Pentagon anti-fentanyl efforts face operational challenges: watchdog
An assessment of the Pentagon's efforts to disrupt drug traffickers comes as the number of U.S. overdoses involving synthetic opioids continues to climb.
By Zamone Perez
Ex-Army financial adviser pleads guilty to scamming Gold Star families
A former Army financial adviser admitted to taking advantage of his role to swindle deceased troops’ grieving loved ones out of millions.
Return of horse-drawn caissons to Arlington National Cemetery delayed
The return of horse-drawn caissons at Arlington National Cemetery is being delayed for months and maybe longer, the Army said Friday.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
How to renew a DOD ID to keep unique benefits as a civilian
Reapply for the Next Generation USID card to retain some unique benefits after retirement.
By Connie Mabin
Texas Guardsman charged with human smuggling after high-speed chase
Authorities said the Guardsman turned around at a Border Patrol checkpoint and fled, leading to a 15-mile chase at speeds of more than 100 miles per hour.
By Alejandro Serrano, The Texas Tribune
Guard units may assist with solar eclipse tourists facing dark times
Once upon a time they were training for the mission. Now they're helping tourists safely have fun. There’s nothing they can do. A total eclipse of the sun.
2 injured in Apache helicopter crash, second mishap in three days
The crash in Colorado comes just days after another Apache accident, and marks the fourth to occur in the last two months.
Greek police clash with protestors of concert by West Point Glee Club
The musical group of the U.S. Military Academy is currently on tour in Greece.
The 3rd Group roots of this unofficial Nazi-inspired Green Beret logo
A Nazi-inspired patch that sparked outrage in recent days likely originated with 3rd Special Forces Group, which banned the logo in 2022.
By Davis Winkie