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Personnel cuts and force redesign ahead for Army special operations
Though cuts are more severe in support and enabler areas, officials say those are the vital areas needed in Army SOF to compete against peer adversaries.
By Todd South
Lawmakers press for more answers on Afghanistan exit ahead of major public inquiry
Several senators left a closed briefing on Tuesday frustrated at the lack of answers from Defense Department officials.
America Shall Be Judged By How We Leave Afghanistan — By Allies, Foes, and History
We need to cut down on this nearly 1,000 day wait, while still prioritizing homeland security through a sound vetting process.
By Angus King
Major overhaul in how the military handles sexual misconduct cases may finally happen
Several key critics of the proposal are now supportive of the change due to a lack of progress on the issue from military leaders.
Republicans slam Pentagon nominee Colin Kahl over tweets, Iran nuclear deal
The nominee for the Pentagon’s top policy job faced sharp questioning over his harsh criticism of Republicans on social media.
By Joe Gould
Senator urges delay in collecting troops’ deferred taxes
Collection of deferred taxes should be delayed until October, senator says.
By Karen Jowers
The next secretary of defense should be a woman
Four female lawmakers currently serving in Congress would bring as much or more credentials than most of the 27 men who have been defense secretary, says the author of this commentary.
By Lawrence J. Korb
Armed Services committees and the election: Here’s what we know
Stay tuned for updates as results for key congressional races continue to roll in. Will there be a major shakeup for the congressional Armed Services committees?
By Joe Gould
Iraq War vet Ernst elected to 2nd Senate term after heated race
The race was a key battleground for control of the Senate next year.
Five national security races to watch on Election Night
Membership of the Senate Armed Services Committee could be significantly changed by voters this week.
Senate hearing canceled for controversial Pentagon nominee Anthony Tata
A confirmation hearing has been scuttled for Anthony Tata, President Donald Trump’s embattled pick for the Pentagon’s top policy job, following stiff opposition to the nomination from Democrats and wavering by some Republicans.
By Joe Gould