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How addressing waivers and eligibility can fix the recruiting crisis
There 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 Schuman
Space Force eyes easing enlistment rules to target high-demand skills
The incoming chief of the service said he needs to maintain recruiting flexibility to get individuals with technical skills into the ranks.
Army expands two-year enlistment options as new screenings kick in
More than 80 career fields are now available to prospective short-timers.
By Davis Winkie
Army offers recruits up to $50K bonus as pandemic takes toll
Given the high standards, it will be difficult for many to qualify for the top bonus.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
Biden presents 3 soldiers with Medals of Honor
Two of the three soldiers were recognized posthumously.
Three soldiers to be awarded Medals of Honor: report
The three soldiers will be honored in the coming weeks.
Pentagon holds special 9/11 remembrance ceremony for building employees
The event was one of several the Pentagon is holding to commemorate the 20th anniversary of the attacks.
Army releases new transgender policy, but can it prevent discrimination?
Some advocates, however, remain concerned that the force may not be willing to protect transgender soldiers from discrimination.
By Davis Winkie
Ohio American Legion wants resignations after audio cut in Memorial Day speech on Black people’s role honoring fallen Union soldiers
The organizers of the ceremony turned off a speaker’s microphone when the former U.S. Army officer began talking about how freed Black slaves had honored fallen soldiers soon after the Civil War.
Bus hijacking by Army trainee raises questions about health screenings
Fraudulent enlistments often aren’t uncovered and investigated until something goes wrong.
By Davis Winkie
Never too old? Meet a soldier who re-joined at 47 and is retiring in his 60s
Re-enlisting at 47 meant losing 50 pounds and 10 minutes off a two-mile run time.
By Davis Winkie