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Pentagon leaders name new senior enlisted adviser

Navy Master Chief David Isom will replace Marine Corps Sgt. Maj. Troy Black as the senior enlisted adviser to the chairman of the Joint Chiefs.

By Leo Shane III

3 weeks ago

Hegseth’s plan to trim top ranks could hit more than 120 officers

About 20% of top active duty general and admiral jobs would be eliminated, plus 10% of the more than 800 positions across other leadership levels.

By Lolita C. Baldor

5 weeks ago

Troops need better health care access, top enlisted tell lawmakers

Funding shortages and Tricare contract problems continue to plague the military health care system, senior enlisted leaders told lawmakers.

By Karen Jowers

2 months ago

Leaders expect big enlisted pay raise won’t cause new financial woes

Lawmakers expressed concerns that extra money for young troops could make some families ineligible for federal nutrition programs.

By Leo Shane III

2 months ago

Will senior enlisted troops see a targeted pay boost in 2026?

After lawmakers agreed to plans to boost pay for junior enlisted troops, they are now shifting focus to more senior enlisted members.

By Leo Shane III and Noah Robertson

6 months ago

VA marks millionth COVID case as officials warn health threat persists

Department health officials have recorded about 67,000 new cases of COVID-19 among patients in 2024.

By Leo Shane III

7 months ago