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Hegseth changes policy on how Pentagon officials speak with Congress

The change appears to be part of a broader effort by Hegseth to exert tighter control over what the department communicates to the outside world.

13 hours ago

Trump taps Hegseth’s top military aide for Army vice chief of staff

Gen. James Mingus is currently vice chief of staff and has not publicly said he plans to step aside.

29 hours ago

Trump directs Pentagon to pay troops despite shutdown

President Trump says he's directed the Defense Department to use “all available funds” to ensure that troops are paid on Wednesday despite the shutdown.

11 days ago

What troops need to know about Hegseth’s new memos for the force

Hegseth ordered more strict grooming and fitness standards and less training on subjects like the Privacy Act, cybersecurity and controlled information.

By Carla Babb

3 weeks ago

US military starts drawing down mission in Iraq, officials say

Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said Wednesday that the U.S. will scale back its military presence, reflecting “our combined success in fighting ISIS.”

3 weeks ago

Wounded Knee medals decision sparks outrage in Native communities

Indigenous leaders on Tuesday called the move part of a culture war against racial and ethnic minorities and women’s rights.

3 weeks ago