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Dems weigh batch votes to bypass Tuberville for remaining nominees

After the Senate confirmed three joint chiefs, Democrats are strategizing how to confirm the hundreds of other military nominees held up by Tuberville.

By Bryant Harris

11 days ago

House GOP plans to pass defense budget fail again as shutdown looms

The $826-billion GOP bill to fund the Defense Department faces opposition from all House Democrats and a handful of key Republican lawmakers.

By Leo Shane III

11 days ago

Three top military leaders confirmed after Senate deal

The Senate is expected to fill three vacancies on the Joint Chiefs of Staff — including the chairman post — after a surprise breakthrough Wednesday.

By Leo Shane III and Irene Loewenson

12 days ago

Defense bill amendments target increased UFO transparency for public

The amendment outlines that the release of documents should not disclose methods of intelligence gathering and sources.

By Zamone Perez

3 months ago

Joint chiefs vacancies loom amid Tuberville’s Senate standoff

Sen. Tommy Tuberville's blanket hold on military confirmations could create as many as five joint chiefs vacancies. Here's what happens next.

By Bryant Harris, Stephen Losey and Megan Eckstein

4 months ago

Dems accuse GOP lawmaker of condoning white supremacy among troops

Republicans say few service members harbor extremist views. Democrats say it's still a problem worth fixing.

By Leo Shane III, Nikki Wentling and Allison P. Erickson

5 months ago