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Lawmakers back White House FY26 plans for more troops, 3.8% pay hike

The military's active-duty end strength would grow by about 26,000 troops next year under plans being considered in the House and Senate.

By Leo Shane III

4 days ago

House panel to mark up annual defense authorization bill this week

Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of July 14, 2025.

By Leo Shane III

5 days ago

Panel advances defense budget despite missing details from White House

The $832 billion defense spending plan provides no increase from current fiscal year funding levels.

By Leo Shane III

5 weeks ago

Monthly pay bump coming for Army paratroopers, Hegseth says

Rank-and-file paratroopers and jumpmasters will see an increase in monthly hazardous duty incentive pay.

By Riley Ceder

8 weeks ago

Trump’s vow of ‘substantial’ pay raise for troops counters budget plan

The White House spending plans call for a 3.8% pay boost next year, a smaller raise than troops saw in January.

By Leo Shane III

2 months ago

Service leaders laud quality-of-life improvements, but concerns linger

Officials worry that planned Defense Department civilian workforce cuts could hurt base services and military family support.

By Leo Shane III

3 months ago

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