Latest "House armed Services" stories

House Armed Svcs leader vows ‘resolute reaction’ if Taiwan attacked

“Know that any hostile unprovoked attack on Taiwan will result in a resolute reaction from the U.S.,” said Rob Wittman, vice chair of House Armed Services.

By Huizhong Wu

4 weeks ago

Senators back 5.2% pay raise for troops, but not other salary boosts

House plans for salary boosts for junior enlisted troops were replaced in the Senate by plans to study the issue.

By Leo Shane III

3 months ago

Defense bill work ramps up, but Senate keeps debate out of public view

Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of June 19, 2023.

By Leo Shane III

3 months ago

House lawmakers back plans for biggest military pay raise in 22 years

Troops would get a 5.2% boost in basic pay under a plan unveiled Monday.

By Leo Shane III

4 months ago

First looks at major 2024 defense policy bill come this week

Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of May 8, 2023.

By Leo Shane III

5 months ago

Committee votes on major defense policy bill expected in May

Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of May 1, 2023.

By Leo Shane III

5 months ago