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Military sexual assault totals down, but trust among women remains low
Less than half of women in the military trust leaders to properly handle reports of sexual assault, according to new Pentagon data.
Opinion
How DOD missed its opportunity to counter extremism in the ranks
In this op-ed, the author argues that organized efforts to address extremism in the military should be revitalized.
By Samantha Olson
Higher enlisted pay, full housing stipends included in new House plan
A new military quality of life improvement plan would include targeted pay increases for young troops and bigger housing stipends for families.
Ukraine will soon be outgunned without help, top Europe general says
The top general for U.S. forces in Europe told Congress Wednesday that Ukraine may be outgunned 10 to 1 by Russia within a matter of weeks.
By Tara Copp, AP
US troop numbers in Eastern Europe could continue to grow
The head of U.S. European Command said that Eastern Europe could be a future site for more NATO and American forces.
Defense, VA budget work begins on Capitol Hill as Congress returns
Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of April 8, 2024.
US Army refreshes competition for short-range laser
The Army will begin a directed-energy test campaign to find the sweet spot for laser weapons when it comes to lethality, reliability and cost.
By Jen Judson
Hip replacements, other orthopedic devices not properly tracked by VA
A watchdog warned that VA medical officials may not be able to respond to problems with implantable medical devices because of poor tracking systems.
VA patient numbers jump after efforts to improve medical access
Veterans Affairs medical sites saw their patient numbers spike after a five-month effort to improve access and delivery of health care.
The robots are coming: US Army experiments with human-machine warfare
But before it works, the service must break from antiquated acquisition processes that prevent rapid purchases and slow down deliveries to soldiers.
By Jen Judson