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Will the Supreme Court’s GI Bill ruling mean more money for vets?
A major veterans education benefits ruling by the Supreme Court this week could have far-reaching effects for millions of students.
Senators question legality of Biden’s Houthi strikes in Yemen
Some lawmakers argue Biden needs congressional authorization to strike Yemen's Houthis amid reports the White House is planning a months-long campaign.
Pressure mounts on Biden to leverage human rights laws on Israel aid
As the humanitarian crisis in Gaza mounts, a growing group of Democrats pushes Biden to apply human rights laws to Israel security assistance.
US military academies focus on oaths and loyalty to Constitution
The service academies are trying to update how they teach future officers to navigate the country’s political polarization.
By Gary Fields, AP
Criticism swirls over defense secretary’s hushed-up hospitalization
Former President Donald Trump called Austin's lack of communication over his medical issues a fireable offense.
Defense, vets issues will factor in 2024 presidential race
Military and veterans policies will play a role in the debate over who should serve as commander-in-chief.
Trump hints at expanded role for military. US law has few guardrails.
The Insurrection Act allows presidents to call on reserve or active-duty military units to respond to unrest, an authority that's not reviewable.
By Gary Fields
Eugene Vindman, Army vet who drew Trump’s ire, to run for Congress
Eugene Vindman and his brother, Alexander, were both forced out of their jobs at the National Security Council by Trump.
US drone shot down by Yemen’s Houthi rebels
A U.S. official told The Associated Press the MQ-9 Reaper was over international waters when it was shot down.
Advocates push Supreme Court to expand veterans education benefits
A decision on the case could impact as many as 1.7 million veterans.
‘It’s Raining Men’: Meet the man behind the military’s parachutes
JC Berland has been taking to the skies since he was 16. Parachutes are his life's work.
By Sarah Sicard