Pentagon escalates probe into Sen. Mark Kelly over lawful orders videoThe Defense Department says it is accelerating its probe into Sen. Mark Kelly for allegedly violating military law.By Riley Ceder2 days ago
Hegseth changes policy on how Pentagon officials speak with CongressThe change appears to be part of a broader effort by Hegseth to exert tighter control over what the department communicates to the outside world.8 weeks ago
US military starts drawing down mission in Iraq, officials sayPentagon spokesman Sean Parnell said Wednesday that the U.S. will scale back its military presence, reflecting “our combined success in fighting ISIS.”3 months ago
Hegseth abruptly summons hundreds of top military leaders to meetingThe directive doesn't offer a reason for the gathering Tuesday of senior commanders of the one-star rank or higher and their top advisers.By Konstantin Toropin and Emma Burrows3 months ago
House passes $893 billion defense policy bill with war powers repeal Only a handful of Democrats supported the defense authorization bill plan, because of social issue fights included in the measure. By Leo Shane III3 months ago
Senator encouraged Trump to ‘blow up something’ in message to cartelsThe strike on a suspected Venezuelan drug-smuggling boat is raising questions about how far Trump will wield his presidential power over the military.3 months ago