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Hegseth bans affirmative action at military service academies

Hegseth directed schools to rank applicants by an aggregate score factoring in athletic ability and past military experience, among other qualifications.

By Noah Robertson and Leo Shane III

2 days ago

Hegseth champions special operations as the force for today’s threats

There has been a 200% increase in SOF missions over the past three years, the defense secretary said.

5 days ago

Pentagon keeps 2 aircraft carriers in Middle East for another week

The carrier Harry S. Truman is expected to head home to Norfolk, Virginia, after the week is up, according to officials.

By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press

9 days ago

SecDef wields axe to brass, HQs, formations to fashion leaner Army

Hegseth ordered the Army secretary to cut programs, reduce the number of general officers in the ranks and consolidate offices, commands and headquarters.

10 days ago

Fighter jet slips off carrier hangar deck in Red Sea, one minor injury

An F/A-18 fighter jet slipped off the hangar deck of the USS Harry S. Truman as sailors were towing the aircraft into place, the Navy said.

By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press

13 days ago

This Army division will change how armor brigades and divisions fight

Soldiers with the division will help the Army determine how to modernize and evolve formations to prepare for real-world deployments.

13 days ago