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Senators rally to boost defense spending, with $1 billion for Taiwan
A bipartisan group of senators seeks to boost defense spending beyond the debt ceiling cap amid resistance from House Republicans.
Falling enrollment in VA’s caregiver program raises concerns
A major expansion of the stipend program is scheduled for this fall, but lawmakers worry VA officials won't be ready for it.
Four takeaways from the 4-star general at Army Futures Command
Growth and Multi-Domain Operations top the list, Gen. John Murray says.
By Todd South
Will Army Futures Command work? House lawmakers skeptical, but hopeful
House lawmakers are both skeptical and hopeful that the Army will be able to pull off a major overhaul of how it will modernize and acquire weapons and equipment.
By Jen Judson
From ‘Boots to Books’: How tailored college classes help vets in transition
A first-year program offered at some California community colleges is designed to help veterans transition from military to civilian life, emphasizing skills needed to succeed in college, as well as more complex issues such as anger management and post-traumatic stress.
By Natalie Gross
Admiral John Richardson among featured military leaders at 2018 Defense News Conference
The 2nd annual Defense News Conference features some of the most influential members of the defense enterprise who are molding U.S. defense policy.
By Daniel Cebul
Here’s who could soon lead the US Army’s Futures Command
Lt. Gen. John Murray, the deputy chief of staff Army G-8, will be the first Army Futures Command commander, if confirmed by the Senate.
By Jen Judson
Louisiana National Guard memorial honors 4 fallen soldiers
The Louisiana National Guard has unveiled a memorial at one of its armories to honor four soldiers killed in Iraq.
Pentagon: loan forgiveness is a recruiting tool. Lawmakers: cut it anyway.
Veteran education advocates are continuing to fight a controversial bill that would sunset a student loan forgiveness benefit for public-sector employees, including service members, hoping their efforts — and the Pentagon’s opposition — can keep it from ever getting to a vote.
By Natalie Gross
Embedded mental health providers making a difference for troops, officials say
Top medical officers praised the program at a Senate hearing.
By Karen Jowers
Senator: Major problems with new DoD health-records software could endanger patients
The new system, being rolled out in Washington state, has generated inaccurate prescriptions and misdirected patient referrals.
By Karen Jowers