US spent $6 billion in the past 3 years to recruit and retain troopsThe multi-year effort has been part of a growing campaign to counter enlistment shortfalls. By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press7 weeks ago
Plan would make military enlistment, retention bonuses tax exempt A bill introduced in the House this week proposes to end federal taxes on bonuses given to troops for joining or re-enlisting in the military.By Leo Shane III3 months ago
No firings planned after VA executive bonus mistakes, secretary saysVA Secretary Denis McDonough acknowledged serious mistakes in how executive bonuses were awarded last year but does not think firings are warranted.By Leo Shane III14 months ago
VA chief to address bonus scandal next week at House hearingVA's top leader is expected to face harsh questioning about mistakes made in awarding nearly $11 million in senior executive bonuses last year.By Leo Shane III14 months ago
OpinionHow addressing waivers and eligibility can fix the recruiting crisisThere are many factors that contribute to the recruiting crisis facing the military, but at least one of them is within the Pentagon's power to fix.By Joe Schuman16 months ago
Soldiers who volunteer for recruiting duty can pocket $5,000Volunteers must report to Army Recruiting College by March 31.By Todd South18 months ago