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Veterans’ voices shape report on the Afghanistan War’s lessons, impact

Veterans of the war in Afghanistan are telling a commission that their experience was not only hell, but but also confounding and demoralizing.

4 weeks ago

The original ‘Lone Ranger’ was killed in WWII — but not by the enemy

When Lee Powell died during WWII, newspapers back home soon reported that the original Lone Ranger had been killed in action. Except he hadn't been.

By Claire Barrett

5 weeks ago

Biden taps State Department official to lead Pentagon policy shop

Chollet faces confirmation difficulties, as Republican Sen. Tommy Tuberville has placed holds on Pentagon nominees over the department's abortion policy.

By Zamone Perez

2 years ago

New Louisiana monument honors Black service members

Louisiana has erected a new monument to Black military service members in the state’s Veterans Memorial Park adjacent to the State Capitol.

By Julie O'Donoghue, Louisiana Illuminator

2 years ago

House Republicans tout Ukraine oversight, brace for funding fight

Pentagon officials suggest that they will need Congress to keep passing Ukraine aid over the long-haul as Republican skeptics harden their opposition.

By Bryant Harris

3 years ago

This week in Congress: Ukraine’s future after a year of fighting

Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of Feb. 27, 2023.

By Leo Shane III

3 years ago