Latest "social-media" stories

Pat Donahoe, civilian, wants a word with the Army

The former Fort Benning commander, whose retirement was delayed over his Twitter posts, sat with Army Times for an exclusive interview.

By Davis Winkie

4 weeks ago

New Army social media policy pushes stricter rules

One of the outcomes: Army leaders may no longer use personal social media accounts to release official DoD information.

By Jonathan Lehrfeld

3 months ago

3rd Special Forces Group spokesman tweet triggers suspension, inquiry

Capt. Rick Dickson of 3rd Special Forces Group currently faces a commander's inquiry over a tweet he made concerning a friend's cup size.

By Davis Winkie

21 months ago

Special Forces to build ‘influence artillery’ for online campaigns

1st Special Forces Command is creating an Information Warfare Center that will specialize in tailored influence messaging.

By Mark Pomerleau

24 months ago

AFSOC deletes COVID-19 related Tweet causing minor social media ruckus

Since deleted after a call from Military Times, the Tweet, posted Tuesday night, hit a sour note among some social media users.

By Howard Altman and Leo Shane III

3 years ago

Mildenhall apologizes for political ‘likes’ on social media

Among the tweets were one from President Trump's official re-election campaign and another in which the president disparaged the Democratic Party and presidential candidate Bernie Sanders.

By Stephen Losey

3 years ago