MacDill Airman Gets 5 Years Of Probation in 'Undead Apes' Blockchain Fraud

U.S. District Judge William Jung sentenced Devin Rhoden to five years’ probation, a reflection of Rhoden’s substantial assistance to prosecutors.

Marine Corps F-35C Was Used in Combat for First Time to Strike Houthis, Military Confirms

Traveling at speeds of 1,200 mph, the F-35C can carry Joint Direct Attack Munitions, or JDAMs, air-to-air missiles and other ordnance.

'We Need You': Defense Secretary Stands Up for Women in Combat Jobs amid Hegseth Nomination

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin defended women serving in the military and, specifically in combat roles, amid growing scrutiny of comments by his would-be successor, Pete Hegseth.

US Support for Ukraine and Israel Is Eating into Weapons Stockpiles, Indo-Pacific Commander Says

Head of U.S. Indo-Pacific Command Adm. Samuel Paparo cautioned that the U.S. providing or selling billions of dollars worth of air defenses to both Ukraine and Israel is now impeding his ability to respond in the Indo-Pacific.

Trump Chooses Former Acting Attorney General Matt Whitaker as NATO Ambassador

Trump, in a statement, said Whitaker was “a strong warrior and loyal Patriot" who "will ensure the United States’ interests are advanced and defended” and “strengthen relationships with our NATO Allies.

Coast Guard Set to Receive New Icebreaker by Year's End, Bolstering US Presence in Arctic

The need for ships with icebreaking capabilities is growing as China and Russia increase their presence in the Arctic, officials told members of a House subcommittee Thursday.

Veterans Are Much More than ‘Feel Good’ Hires And Shouldn’t Be DEI Tokens

More companies have opened their doors to veterans in recent years, often as part of a broader push for diversity, equity and inclusion.

SpaceX Launches Giant Starship Rocket, But Aborts Attempt to Catch Booster with Mechanical Arms

Unlike last month’s success, the booster was directed to a splashdown in the Gulf of Mexico.

Defense Secretary Austin Regrets China's Decision Not to Meet During Southeast Asian Security Talks

U.S. Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin expressed regret that his Chinese counterpart chose not to hold talks with him during meetings of Southeast Asian defense chiefs in Laos, calling it a setback for the entire region.

US Will Allow Ukraine to Use American Antipersonnel Land Mines Against Russian Forces

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin says the Biden administration will allow Ukraine to use American-supplied antipersonnel land mines to help slow Russia’s battlefield progress in the war.

North Korea Hasn't Perfected ICBM Warheads, US Admiral Says

Years of high-profile intercontinental ballistic missile tests by North Korea have fallen short of demonstrating that Pyongyang can successfully launch and deliver a nuclear warhead against the U.S. mainland, the head of American forces in the Indo-Pacific said.

North Korea Sent More Conventional Weapons to Russia, South Korea Says

North Korea recently supplied additional artillery systems to Russia to support its war efforts against Ukraine, while some of the thousands of North Korean troops deployed in Russia have begun engaging in combat, South Korea’s spy agency told lawmakers.

State Lawmaker Pitches Ban on Foreign Adversaries Buying Land near Military Bases

A state lawmaker urged his colleagues to back a plan aimed at keeping foreign adversaries from owning Ohio property within 25 miles of any military base or near critical infrastructure.

US Will Send Ukraine at Least $275 Million in New Weapons in Push to Bolster Kyiv Before Trump

The latest tranche of weapons comes as worries grow about an escalation in the conflict, with both sides pushing to gain any advantage that they can exploit if Trump demands a quick end to the war.

Iran Defies International Pressure, Increasing Its Stockpile of Near Weapons-Grade Uranium, UN Says

The report by the International Atomic Energy Agency said that as of Oct. 26, Iran has 401.9 pounds of uranium enriched up to 60%, an increase of 38.8 pounds since the last report in August.

The Kremlin Has Revised Its Nuclear Policy. Does that Make the Use of Atomic Weapons More Likely?

Better known as Russia's nuclear doctrine, the revamped version that was signed by President Vladimir Putin spells out the circumstances that allow him to use Moscow's atomic arsenal, the world's largest.

We Need to Normalize Talking About How the Brain Responds to Severe Stress in the Military Community

The fact that our brain's "survival mode" encodes memories so strongly, clearly and vividly also creates vulnerability to persistent memory-related problems after stressful experiences, such as nightmares and flashbacks.

Navy Shutters Premier East Coast Substance Abuse Program Amid Staffing Shortages

The program, in an aging building at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth in Virginia, has struggled to retain employees.

What Ukraine Can Now Do with Longer-Range US Missiles − and How That Could Affect the Course of the War

The Army Tactical Missile System, or ATACMS, are short-range ballistic missiles that can travel a lot farther than the weapons previously at Kyiv’s disposal.

House Approves Wide-Ranging Veterans Bill After Bipartisan Compromise Reached

A wide-ranging veterans policy bill that would bolster home caregiver programs and support for homeless veterans, among other areas, was approved by the House on Monday evening after election-season politics stalled the bill for months.

The Osprey's Safety Issues Spiked over Five Years and Caused Deaths. Pilots Still Want to Fly It

The Osprey is back in the air after being grounded for months following a crash last November that killed eight U.S. service members in Japan.

Naval Academy Graduate Charged with Hate Crime After Pride Flag Ripped from Annapolis Shop

A Naval Academy graduate was charged with a hate crime after a tattoo shop in Annapolis reported its LGBTQ Pride flag had been ripped off its post and thrown in the trash, according to the city's police department.

Arthur Frommer, Army Vet and Travel Guide Innovator, Has Died at 95

Travel writer Arthur Frommer, who revolutionized leisure travel for ordinary Americans with his guidebook “Europe on 5 Dollars a Day,” has died.

Sister of Ex-Marine Charged in Subway Chokehold Death Testifies to His 'Calm' Spirit and Patriotism

The older sister of Daniel Penny, the former U.S. Marine charged with fatally choking a homeless man aboard a Manhattan subway, told jurors Monday that her brother was a “calm, soft-spirited person” with a reputation for honesty and integrity.

Defense Secretary Austin Says Alliance with Philippines Will Transcend Administrations

U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin condemned China's dangerous actions against the Philippines and renewed a warning that the United States would defend its treaty ally if Filipino forces come under an armed attack in the increasingly volatile waters.

US Envoy Pushes for Cease-Fire in Lebanon as Food Crisis Worsens After Looting in Gaza

A United States envoy returned to Beirut, where Lebanese officials have tentatively welcomed a proposal for an Israel-Hezbollah cease-fire.

Hegseth Paid Woman Who Accused Him of Sexual Assault over Fear for His Fox News Job, Lawyer Says

More details are emerging about an alleged 2017 sexual assault involving Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's nominee for defense secretary.

Thousands of Women Serve in Combat Roles. Pentagon Nominee Hegseth Says They Shouldn’t.

Pete Hegseth has made clear, in his own words, that he is critical of military service by women and more specifically opposes female troops serving in combat roles.

Camp Pendleton Marine Recruiter Arrested After Allegedly Contacting Minors for Sex

Staff Sgt. Philip Rodriguez was booked after an internet crimes task force received a criminal report in February that prompted authorities to investigate him for inappropriately interacting with minors.

Trump Backs 'Emergency' Plan to Use Military for Mass Deportations

Trump made mass deportation a major plank of his successful presidential campaign and has claimed more than 15 million undocumented immigrants will need to be booted back to their homelands.

Court-Martialed Military Veteran Sentenced to over 4 Years in Prison for Capitol Riot Attack

A former U.S. Army soldier who was court-martialed for fatally shooting a handcuffed civilian in Iraq two decades ago has been sentenced to more than four years in prison for his role in riot at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.

Zelenskyy Pressured to Find Ways to Negotiate with Putin

Two European officials said there is an increasingly recognition that Zelenskyy will have to compromise with Putin because it has become clear that neither side can secure a decisive victory.

Veterans Affairs Officer Hit Man with Baton 45 Times as He ‘Screamed in Pain,’ Feds Say

The beating caused multiple injuries, including cuts on the man’s legs and a broken bone in his foot, according to prosecutors.

A Makeshift Memorial Grows in Ukraine’s Capital After 1,000 Days of War

Before Russia’s invasion, this was an ordinary green lawn in the heart of Ukraine’s capital. Tourists would visit to take photos, and locals would stroll there on weekends.

US and Philippines Sign a Pact to Secure Shared Military Intelligence and Weapons Technology

The United States and the Philippines signed an agreement on Monday to secure the exchange of highly confidential military intelligence and technology in key weapons the U.S. would provide to Manila.

North Korea May End Up Sending Putin 100,000 Troops for His War

North Korea may deploy as many as 100,000 troops to aid Russia’s war on Ukraine if the alliance between Pyongyang and Moscow continues to deepen, according to people familiar with assessments made by some Group of 20 nations.

Special Operations Command North Moving from Start-Up Hangar to $55 Million Headquarters

As conflict with Russia and China looms, special forces in the U.S. military are going through a renaissance, reflected in a new $55 million Special Operations Command North headquarters on Peterson Space Force Base.

North Korean Leader Calls for Expanding His Nuclear Forces in the Face of Alleged US Threats

North Korean leader Kim Jong Un renewed his call for a “limitless” expansion of his military nuclear program to counter what he characterizes as U.S.-led threats.

In a Meeting With Biden, China's Xi Cautions US to 'Make the Wise Choice' to Keep Relations Stable

Without mentioning Trump’s name, Xi appeared to signal his concern that the incoming president’s protectionist rhetoric on the campaign trail could send the U.S.-China relationship into another valley.

Biden Authorizes Ukraine to Use US-Supplied Long-Range Missiles for Deeper Strikes Inside Russia

The longer-range missiles are likely to be used in response to North Korea's decision to support Putin's invasion of Ukraine.

Gabbard's Sympathetic Views Toward Russia Cause Alarm as Trump's Pick to Lead Intelligence Services

Gabbard is a military veteran and a former Democratic congresswoman from Hawaii.

A Rare Israeli Strike on Central Beirut Kills Hezbollah's Spokesman, Official Says

The latest in targeted killings of senior Hezbollah officials came as Lebanese officials considered a United States-led cease-fire proposal.

Russia Launches One of its Fiercest Missile and Drone Attacks at Ukraine's Infrastructure

Russia launched 120 missiles and 90 drones in a large-scale attack across Ukraine targeting its energy infrastructure.

Rhodes Scholarship Recipients for 2025 Include 4 West Point Cadets

Four of the 32 recipients are from the U.S. Military Academy, the most selected from the service academy in one year since 1959.

Marine Corps Codifies Amphibious Combat Vehicle Standards After Rocky Start, New Deployments

The new standards outline the use of safety boats to accompany the Amphibious Combat Vehicle during waterborne operations.

US Steps up Campaign to Transform Kenya-Led Force in Haiti to a UN Peacekeeping Force

Russia and China refused to give a green light to the draft resolution proposed by the United States.

Israeli Troops Reach Deepest Point in Lebanon Since Oct. 1 Invasion, Lebanese Media Say

Israel's military said in a statement that its troops “continue their limited, localized, and targeted operational activity in southern Lebanon.”

The Family of Israeli-American Hostage Pleads With Biden and Trump to Bring Hostages Home

Some families of the dozens of hostages who remain captive in Gaza are desperately hoping the American elections will reignite momentum to bring their loved ones home.

An AP Photographer Captures a Bomb Falling on a Building in His Childhood Neighborhood

When he heard the sound of the projectile overhead, Ammar had his camera already trained on the building set to a high shutter speed, and he began snapping photos immediately, capturing the bomb in mid-air.

Trump Is Already Testing Congress and Daring Republicans to Oppose Him

After a resounding election victory, delivering what President-elect Donald Trump and Republicans said is a mandate to govern, an uneasy political question is emerging: Will there be any room for dissent in the U.S. Congress?

Tricare Changes are Coming in 2025. Here’s What Beneficiaries Need to Know Right Now

Tricare beneficiaries need to be aware of changes taking place in both the East and West regions and may need to take action by the end of the year to avoid being dropped from coverage.

Basic Needs Allowance Overview

The Basic Needs Allowance can potentially add hundreds of dollars to the paycheck of a military member with a family whose income falls below a certain threshold.

When Is a Good Time to Change Your Thrift Savings Plan Investments?

If an investor is feeling a lot of stress regarding their investments, that could indicate that it’s time to reevaluate their overall strategy and approach.

Keep Your Military Money Nightmares at Bay

More dreadful than a haunted house tour in a hearse, tales of financial doom aren't fiction. They're painful realities. But if you stay on the right path and build financial discipline, you can avoid those tricks and savor the treats.

Fraud, Debt, Car Prices and More: Here Are 2024's Scary Statistics

Here are 2024's facts, figures and fodder for examining trends in personal finance.

5 Reasons for Service Members to Avoid Borrowing from Their Thrift Savings Plan Accounts

While taking a loan from a TSP account may be a simple solution, it is important to understand the long-term reasons a service member may want to avoid doing so.

4 Bad Excuses to Opt Out of the Military's Thrift Savings Plan

Here are four themes driving service members' decision not to contribute to the military's Thrift Savings Plan and why I think their rationale misses the mark.

The DoD Just Expanded Its Education Benefit for Military Spouses. Here's How to Choose a Reputable School

As military spouses become newly eligible for educational funding assistance, it's important to know how to shop for a reputable education provider.

How the Fed's Interest Rate Cut Could Affect Military Families

From deployments to frequent moves and everything in between, the military experience doesn't always directly match the civilian experience.

Do Military Households Have Misconceptions About Retirement? Here’s What They Said in a New Survey

From building a solid financial foundation to preparing for emergencies and planning for retirement, the results of a recent survey confirmed that military service can translate to a better financial position.

More Options, Better Predictability: What Military Households Want from Their Retirement Plans

If a new survey is any indicator, building a plan for the execution stage of retirement is clearly on the mind of the military community.

Space Force Tuition Assistance

Space Force members take off-duty college courses under the Department of the Air Force's Military Tuition Assistance program (TA), which pays for up to 100% of tuition.

Military Families Less Likely to Dip into Retirement Savings, Survey Says -- with One Big Exception

Those who wear or have worn the military uniform, based on this particular survey, appear less likely to have tapped their retirement savings.

5 Reasons to Pay Attention During the Military's Financial 'Touchpoint' Training

Taking full advantage of financial touchpoint training can be one of the smartest moves service members make to build a financially secure future. But for many, completing the training becomes a "check in the block," and they miss out on the opportunity to make real progress.

New Survey Confirms Military Service Is a Financial Differentiator

The results of the 2024 Retirement Confidence Survey confirmed what I have long believed: Military service is a differentiator -- a financial differentiator.

Why Military Homeowners May Be at Greater Risk of Title Fraud

Title fraud is still relatively rare, but the military lifestyle makes service members more vulnerable than their civilian counterparts.

Financial Trade-Offs: Is Your Money Aligned?

People have to live and do things in a way that aligns with their priorities.

4 Things 'Gray Area' Reservists Need to Do When They Turn 60

Finally receiving that hard-earned military retirement pay at age 60 is a big deal, and you definitely want to get that started on time. Make a note on your calendar to prevent a delay.

From Debt to College to the Unexpected, 4 Reasons to Start Saving Money Now

Here are four examples of what I will call "worthy whys" as you look for your own motivation to save.

The 'A-B-C' Path to Credit Card Debt Elimination

Go back to the basics -- the A-B-Cs, if you will -- of turning credit-card debt into a piece of your personal history.

5 Ways to Turn Your Finances Around in the Second Half of 2024

These money moves are all-important components of your financial wellness, so clean them up as we move through the second half of 2024.

PCS Efficiency: How to Set Up Your New Home so It Costs Less to Run

Decisions you make when you move into your new home will affect the ongoing costs of running it.

5 Rules for Military Homebuyers

Here's what to do if you're trying to both buy a house and stay out of financial trouble.

What You Need to Know About Virginians' Fight to Restore Benefits for Families of Vets

Veterans' families are geared up for Friday's special session of the Virginia General Assembly to review the massive changes made to the Virginia Military Survivors and Dependents Education Program.

Get Your PCS Priorities in Order with This House-Hunting Checklist

When it's time to PCS, military service members who identify their priorities before they start house hunting can save time and energy. It will also help to focus on what really matters.

5 Reasons Veterans' Group Life Insurance Could Be a Solid Choice

At certain times and in certain situations, Veterans’ Group Life Insurance might work for you and your family like it did for us. Here are five situations in which that might be the case.

How to Connect Financial 'Rules of Thumb' to Today's Economic Reality

If you hear the so-called "pearls of personal finance wisdom" and think to yourself, "That just doesn't work for me," well, let's not go there so fast. Maybe you have a little wiggle room.

How to Talk About Money with Your Spouse, Family and Friends

Whether it’s a financial crisis as the result of the current economic environment or just plain old day-to-day finances, here are some ideas for talking with your spouse, family and friends about money matters.

DoD Is Holding a Spouse-Only Virtual Job Fair and Giving Free Resume Help

Military spouses anywhere can access one-on-one career coaching, employment webinars and virtual job interviews during the spouse-only Military Spouse Employment Partnership hiring events.

7 Ways Military Pay and Benefits Provide an Advantage in an Uncertain Economy

In an environment of sticky inflation, sky-high housing costs and a whole lot of uncertainty, military life has some solid advantages. Here are seven that stand out.

VA Benefits Likely Won't Cover All of a Veteran's Funeral Costs

A veteran's surviving family members may be caught off guard if they expect the VA to cover all the costs of a funeral or burial.

5 Reasons to Pay Off Your Mortgage Early Rather Than Wait

Over the years, one of the most common questions I’ve received from clients has been, “Should we pay off our mortgage or invest?” Over time, my perspective on that question has changed.

How to Avoid Car Buyer's Regret

With average new car prices nearing $50,000, it's critical to avoid a financial misstep. Here are four strategies to help you make a better purchase.

Pieces of a Pie: How to Start Saving for Retirement Right Now

Your retirement income will likely come from a variety of sources. Imagining retirement income as pie pieces can make the planning process less overwhelming.

When (and How) to Start Teaching Your Military Child About Money

Kids are starting to bank at a younger age, according to statistics from USAA. Here's what could be fueling the trend, along with advice for how to help them get started.

VA Beneficiaries: Here's How to Get Free Financial Counseling

Department of Veterans Affairs beneficiaries now have access to free financial coaching through the Veterans Benefits Banking Program.

Intimidated by Investing? Do It Systematically

One way to ease the fear of investing is to do it systematically. Here's why.

Build Up from a Solid Financial Foundation with This Pyramid-Style Approach

If retirement planning and preparation is an area of your life you are looking to build out, here are a few items you might want to add to your retirement toolkit.

5 Reasons to Spring-Clean Your Retirement Plans

Focusing some of your spring cleaning on successful retirement plans and investments can yield beneficial results.

How a FINRA Fellowship Can Help Military Spouses Become Accredited Financial Counselors

Applications for the 2024 fellowships are open through April 15. A webinar explaining the program is scheduled for March 28.

5 Tools to Add to Your Retirement Toolkit

If retirement planning and preparation is an area of your life you are looking to build out, here are a few items you might want to add to your retirement toolkit.

Florida Residents Living Out of State Need to Check Driver's License, Registration Status

Military families are running into roadblocks and getting bad information when trying to resolve insurance-related suspensions of their Florida driver's licenses and vehicle registrations.

Knock Out Your 2024 Financial Spring Cleaning with These 6 Tasks

This spring, clean up more than your garage with a focused effort to fine-tune your finances.

New Employer Tax Credit Helps Military Spouses Get 401(k) Retirement Benefits

The Secure 2.0 Act provided the new credit to incentivize employers to quickly enroll and vest spouses in the plans.

Military Continuation Pay: The Mid-Career Bonus You Don't Want to Miss Out On

Unfortunately, some military service members miss out on their mid-career continuation pay bonus, because they don't know the ins and outs of the program.

Don't Wait to Invest Just Because You're in Debt

Knocking out debt is a laudable goal. However, knocking it all out before you begin to save is typically not a sound approach. And that's especially true if you're young and just beginning your financial journey.

Which State Will You Choose? New 2023 Tax Filing Option for Military Families

Which state have you decided on for your 2023 state income taxes? As a military service member or spouse, your options may have changed since you filed your 2022 taxes.

Life Insurance After the Military: How to Protect Your Family

Death is tough on the survivors, and that's especially true if they are squeezed both emotionally and financially. VA- and non-VA-sponsored life insurance policies can help to cover a shortfall.

Get Started Building Your Emergency Fund Now

Typically called a cash reserve or an emergency fund, whatever its name, the purpose is the same: having some money set aside for when the unexpected happens -- and "unexpected" doesn't necessarily mean "bad."

7 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Buying a Car

If you're weighing a purchase in the near future, here are seven questions that can help steer you to a good decision.

VA Loan Rate Alert: Lowest Rates in 3+ Years, Refi Now to Save Money

Rates are nearing record lows AGAIN. Now is the time to use your VA Loan and take advantage of these low rates and payments.

Army Shutters Recruiting Stations as 6 Recruits Show COVID-19 Symptoms at Basic Training

The Army's top general said March 20 that the service is closing all of its recruiting stations and switching to virtual recruiting after six recruits showed signs of the novel coronavirus at initial military training.

Trump Honors National Guard's Old Hickory Division for Heroic Fight in 1944 Battle

President Donald Trump recently announced that the U.S. Army will award the Presidential Unit Citation to the National Guard's Old Hickory Division for its heroic stand against Nazi armored forces after the Normandy invasion in World War II.

Air Force, Army Delay Promotion Boards Amid Coronavirus Disruptions

The U.S. Air Force and Army have delayed upcoming promotion boards amid concerns about the spread of the novel coronavirus, the services separately announced last week.

Emergency Act to Preserve GI Bill Payments Becomes Law

With schools across the nation shutting down or moving to online-only instruction, the Department of Veterans Affairs will be making changes in how GI Bill payments are administered.

VA Urges Doctors to Come Out of Retirement to Help with Coronavirus Cases

The Department of Veterans Affairs urged retired doctors March 20 to come back to work as the health care system braces for a wave of coronavirus patients.

Lawmakers Submit Nearly 50 Questions to VA over its COVID-19 Response

House Veterans Affairs Committee members are demanding daily and weekly updates from the Department of Veterans Affairs on its response to the novel coronavirus outbreak, along with the answers to 49 questions.

Cash Help Available for Military Members with COVID-19 PCS Delays: Pentagon

Service members and families whose military moves have been put on hold thanks to the novel coronavirus, or COVID-19, pandemic could receive financial help from the Defense Department.

Veteran Cemeteries to Limit Funeral Size During Pandemic

Veterans cemeteries are open to the public during the novel coronavirus outbreak, but are adhering to official guidance on how to avoid spreading COVID-19.

Commissary Blocks Visitors, Cancels Early Bird Shopping in Coronavirus Response

As of March 18, the Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) is requiring ID checks at store doors and blocking all non-authorized shoppers from entering, system officials announced in a Facebook post.

Save Big on Your Car Insurance with Military Discounts

Are you getting a military discount on your car insurance? Save big on your car insurance, from companies serving the military community, some even offering military discounts. Start saving now.

Airlines’ Proposed Emotional Support Animal Rules Divide Veteran Advocacy Groups

Some veterans and disability advocates are divided over a rule proposed by the Department of Transportation (DoT) that would let airlines treat emotional support animals as pets.

VA Home Loan Relief for Those Impacted by COVID-19

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) is making changes to its home loan process and asking lenders to offer relief to veterans who are affected by the COVID-19 pandemic.

Computershare Is Hiring Veterans -- View Jobs

We’re building a winning team. At Computershare, we offer opportunities for veterans and transitioning service members to reach their civilian career potential. Search jobs now.

Military Hospitals to Cancel Appointments, Shift to Telehealth in COVID-19 Response

Military treatment facility patients will likely see some of their scheduled appointments canceled and moved to telehealth instead as Defense Health Agency officials look to "scrub" the schedule and clear the way for coronavirus patients.

How VA and Tricare Users Can Get Tested for Coronavirus

The U.S. military says it has plenty of coronavirus tests ready to meet demand. But not everyone meets requirements to get tested.

Take Advantage of Military Discounts on Your Car Insurance

Are you getting a military discount on your car insurance? Save big on your car insurance, from companies serving the military community, some even offering military discounts. Start saving now.

VA Faces Criticism over Lack of Plans to Deal with Coronavirus Pandemic

While the United States begins clamping down on international travel over concerns of the novel coronavirus' spread, the Department of Veterans Affairs has been criticized for not releasing a comprehensive emergency response to the disease.

Veterans Employment Holds Steady as Experts Warn of Coming Downturn

Unemployment rates for veterans essentially held steady in February, but the data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics was mostly compiled before the potential impact from the coronavirus could be gauged.

VA to Stop GI Bill Benefits at 5 Colleges

The Department of Veterans Affairs has announced it will soon suspend new veteran enrollments at five colleges that have engaged in illegal practices.

Troops Wounded in Pensacola Shooting to Be Awarded Heroism Medals, Purple Hearts

Marines and sailors who put their lives at risk to save their comrades during a December terrorist attack on a Florida military base will receive awards for heroism.

1,000 Coast Guard Kids May Get Kicked Out of On-Base Care as DoD Reorganizes

About 1,000 children of active-duty Coast Guard families could lose their spots at base child development centers (CDCs) under a new Defense Department policy effective June 1.

Lawmakers Scrutinize VA's Plans to Provide Long-Term Care for Aging Baby Boomers

In a hearing this month, lawmakers expressed eagerness to learn about the Department of Veterans Affairs' plan to provide in-home and institutional long-term health care to a coming "silver tsunami" of aging Baby Boomers.

Rate Alert: Lock in Your Lowest VA Loan Rate in 3+ Years

Rates are nearing record lows AGAIN. Now is the time to use your VA Loan and take advantage of these low rates and payments.

USO to Temporarily Close All Airport Locations Due to Coronavirus

The United Service Organizations Inc. (USO) announced plans to temporarily close all USO Airport Centers in the U.S. by March 13, as a precaution against exposure to the novel coronavirus.

Here’s What the Coronavirus Travel Ban Means for Military Families

A temporary military travel ban put in place to stop the spread of the novel coronavirus applies only to official permanent change of station (PCS) and temporary duty assignment (TDY) travel.

Here's the Latest on How Coronavirus Is Impacting Base Schools, Shopping

As President Donald Trump declared the novel coronavirus outbreak a national emergency on March 13, military resale, schools and support services worldwide updated guidance and plans in an attempt to deal with the virus.

Trump Salutes Hero Military Dog for K-9 Veterans Day

To mark K-9 Veterans Day on Friday, President Donald Trump honored the military working dog injured in the raid that killed the head of the Islamic State last year.

Careers for Veterans at Mack Cali -- View Jobs

With its deep market presence and diversity of real estate services, this publicly traded real estate investment trust offers military veterans strong career growth potential, along with competitive compensation and benefits.

Pentagon Bans Domestic Travel for Troops, Families as Coronavirus Spreads

Pentagon officials announced sweeping travel restrictions for troops and their families late March 13 that will halt all domestic travel, including duty station moves and temporary assignments, for nearly two months.

Military Medical Retiree Changes, Cuts Should Halt Due to Pandemic: Senator

At least one senator wants the Pentagon to delay military medical cuts and a plan to push military retirees and families off base for care in the face of the novel coronavirus pandemic.

Navy Suspends Controversial Housing Utility Billing Program, But Plans to Bring It Back

The Navy is suspending a much-criticized program that charges military housing residents for going over a predetermined utility usage allotment.

Military Families Call for the Right to Withhold Rent in Privatized Housing Disputes

Army Col. Scott Gerber said he had to pay out-of-pocket for an independent inspector to verify mold infestation and water damage in his home in an effort to get the attention of the private company running base housing at Fort Meade, Maryland.

Is SGLI Enough? VGLI Too Much? Get Low-Cost Coverage Now

Is SGLI/VGLI enough for your military family? Because tomorrow is never guaranteed, protect your family today. Get up to $1 million coverage.

Military Post Offices to Stop Accepting Handwritten Customs Forms

The U.S. Postal Service officially stopped accepting handwritten customs declaration forms on international packages as of March 6, but the change will come to military installations' mail a bit later.

Rates Haven’t Been This Low in 3+ Years -- Use Your VA Loan Benefit Now

Rates are nearing record lows AGAIN. Now is the time to use your VA loan and take advantage of these low rates and payments.

VA Whistleblower Protection Office Retaliated Against Its Own Whistleblowers, Report Claims

The office set up within the Department of Veterans Affairs to protect whistleblowers has itself engaged in retaliation against its own staff in policy disputes.

VA Doctor Appointments and Coronavirus: How Can You Stay Safe?

You have a scheduled medical appointment at a Department of Veterans Affairs facility, but you have a nagging cough and cold symptoms. What do you do?

Mil Discounts on Your Car Insurance

Get military discounts on your car insurance! Start saving now.

Found Wreckage of WWII Aircraft Brings Hope for ID of 7 MIA Americans

The scattered wreckage of two dive bombers and a torpedo bomber lost in battle against the forces of Imperial Japan has been found.

PETA to Marines: Stop Guzzling Snake Blood During Jungle Training

A top animal rights group wants Marines to trade the reptiles and other animals they're eating during an annual jungle training exercise for plants and other vegan survival options.

This Institute Is Offering Free TBI Treatment for Vets with 'Bad Paper' Discharges

The Marcus Institute for Brain Health is offering free evaluations and treatment for veterans with Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), according to a new announcement from the Department of Veterans Affairs' VAntage Point blog.

Exposure to Toxic Chemicals Has Become a Top Issue for Veteran Organizations

Toxic exposure, a high veterans suicide rate and accommodating women are among the issues veterans service organizations (VSOs) have brought up to Congress this year.

Naval Nuclear Lab Is Hiring Vets -- View Jobs

The Naval Nuclear Laboratory has an ongoing need for Veterans. Search jobs now.

Lawmakers Want More Info on Plan to Close Some Military Clinics to Retirees and Families

Lawmakers expressed frustration March 5 over a lack of information on why the electronic health record (EHR) system needs an additional billion dollars and why military clinics are closing to retirees and families.

Vietnam, Gulf War Vets Get One Step Closer to New Benefit

Vietnam-era and other pre-9/11 veterans are one step closer to accessing a program designed to pay their spouses or other family support for in-home care.

What Happens When an Overseas US Military Base Is Evacuated?

There may be times when U.S. military members stationed overseas and their families are evacuated from their duty station due to political instability, public safety or natural disasters.

5 Great Scholarships for Military Veterans and Families

If you're not eligible to transfer your Post-9/11 GI Bill to your family and your kids want to go to college, what can you do? Thankfully, there are thousands of scholarships out there.

SecDef Signs Tenant Bill of Rights for Military Families

Defense Secretary Mark Esper and the service branches have committed to implementing 15 new rights for military families living in on-base housing.

The Air Force Has Updated its Song to Be Gender-Neutral

The U.S. Air Force is changing its song to be gender-neutral as the service grows more diverse and adds more women across its ranks.

What You Should Know About Your Dental Benefits During Open-Season Enrollment

Once a year, retired uniformed service members and federal employees have a window during which they can enroll in or change their dental plan.

This Dental Nonprofit Will Fix Veterans’ Teeth for Free

Since 2008, nearly 900 veterans and their spouses have had their oral issues through the efforts of Cheng and then E4V.

The Next Deadline for Backdated PACT Act Payments Is Coming Soon. Here’s What You Need to Know

Those vets or family members who hadn’t yet filed a PACT Act claim but instead declared their “intent to file” a claim ahead of last summer’s deadline locked in the earliest possible effective date for their benefits.

VA Fertility Benefits for Military Veterans

More VA beneficiaries became eligible for fertility treatments in 2024. Here's who qualifies and what to expect.

Fertility Benefits for Active-Duty Service Members

More Tricare beneficiaries became eligible for fertility treatments in 2024. Here's who qualifies and what to expect.

Military Child Care Fees

Here are the Defense Department child-care fees for the 2023-2024 school year.

Camp Lejeune Water Contamination: VA Benefits for Veterans and Families

Since 2012, the VA has provided disability compensation to service members and health benefits to both service members and families exposed to contaminated water at North Carolina Marine Corps bases.

The Deadline Is Approaching for PACT Act Claims and Lawsuits over Camp Lejeune Water Contamination

The window is closing for veterans, families and others to file administrative claims and lawsuits under the Camp Lejeune Justice Act.

Other Than Honorable Discharge: Everything You Need to Know

In U.S. military service, an other than honorable (OTH) discharge represents the most severe form of administrative discharge, raising questions about a service member's conduct and performance in the ranks and their eligibility for certain veteran benefits once out of uniform.

Honorable Discharge: Everything You Need to Know

An honorable discharge is a type of military discharge given to service members who have met or exceeded the standards of conduct and performance expected of them during their time in the military.

MHS Genesis Patient Portal

MHS Genesis is the Defense Department's new electronic health records system, designed to provide a single health record for service members, veterans, and their families. It replaces the Tricare Online Patient Portal (TOL PP).

How Does a Government Shutdown Affect Health Care for Military Service Members and Veterans?

In the event of a government shutdown, for most active-duty service members and military veterans, your health benefits should not be affected.

PACT Act: Agent Orange Toxic Exposure

The PACT Act added two new presumptive medical conditions for Agent Orange exposure plus five new presumptive Vietnam-era locations.

PACT Act: Presumptive Conditions

The PACT Act presumes a service connection for conditions related to toxic exposures from burn pits; contaminated water at Marine Corps bases in North Carolina; radiation; and the Vietnam-era defoliant, Agent Orange.

Where to Get Help Filing a PACT Act Claim

For PACT Act claims, veterans may enlist help from the VA itself; from its accredited representatives, including veterans service organizations; or from veterans offices run by state and local governments.

Open Enrollment: How to Choose a FEDVIP Dental Plan

With several dental carriers to choose from, how do you choose wisely?

Just What Is Open Season, and Why Should You Care?

It's time to review and change your health insurance, if necessary.

FEDVIP Open Season for Military and Retiree Health Insurance

FEDVIP offers vision insurance for active-duty family members and dental insurance for retired military members and their families.

Will VA Pay for Your Funeral? The Answer May Surprise You

If you think living is expensive, try dying.

Everything You Need to Know About Tricare Open Enrollment

If you want to make changes to your coverage for the upcoming year, you need to do it during the Tricare open enrollment period.

Here Is the VA Dependency and Indemnity Compensation Rate for 2025

Survivors will receive a slightly-below-average increase in 2025.

Tricare Online Patient Portal

The Tricare Online Patient Portal is a web platform designed to let U.S. military service members and their families access health care information. At most facilities, however, TOL PP has already been replaced by the new electronic health record, MHS Genesis.

Apply for Burial in a National Cemetery Now to Avoid Problems Later

To ease the burden on surviving family, VA now can determine eligibility for burial in a National Cemetery ahead of time.

Burial and Memorial Benefits Overview

There are several ways our nation honors its deceased veterans. See our detailed pages on what benefits are available.

Shipping Packages to Military Members for the Holiday Season

The holiday season will be here before you know it. Plan now so your packages arrive on time.

Specially Adapted Housing Program

Specially Adapted Housing grants are available to veterans who have specific service-connected disabilities

Transitional Health Care Programs (TAMP)

There are several Health Care programs available to assist veterans and retirees as they transition into the civilian workforce.

US Family Health Plan

The Uniformed Services Family Health Plan option is available near selected civilian medical facilities around the country.

Tricare Cost Co-Pay Schedule

These tables show cost-shares or copayments and annual deductibles for families who use Tricare

Tricare Pharmacy Program

Tricare provides a world-class pharmacy benefit to all eligible military members, retirees, and their families.

Veteran Readiness and Employment

If you have VA disability and an employment handicap, you may be entitled to Veteran Readiness and Employment services.

Specially Adapted Housing Details

Veterans with certain service-connected disabilities may get a grant from VA to build or modify a home to meet their needs

Tricare Young Adult Program

Tricare Young Adult is a plan that qualified adult children can purchase after eligibility for regular Tricare coverage ends.

Most States Have Veterans Cemeteries That Offer Free Burial

Many states have state veterans cemeteries. Find out about the locations and eligibility requirements for your state.

See Your 2025 VA Disability Pay Rates

The 2025 VA disability pay rates show compensation for veterans with a disability rating 10% or higher.

Most Military Retirees Will See Medicare Costs Increase in 2024

Medicare costs will go up 5.9% on average for 2024

CHAMPVA Program Overview

CHAMPVA is a health benefits program in which the VA shares the cost of certain services and supplies

Continued Health Care Benefit Plan

Individuals who lose TRICARE eligibility or other coverage are eligible for the Continued Health Care Benefit Program (CHCBP)

CHAMPVA and Medicare Part D

If you are enrolled in the CHAMPVA program should you choose to participate in Medicare Part D.

Medicare Part D and Tricare

Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage is available to everyone with Medicare, including Tricare beneficiaries.

Automobile and Special Adaptive Equipment Grants

Grants are available for veterans to help purchase a new or used car or special equipment to assist those with disabilities

Aviation Career Incentive Pay for Officers

If you are an active-duty commissioned officer on aviation duty, you are entitled to Aviation Career Incentive Pay.

2025 VA Dependency and Indemnity Compensation (DIC) Rates

Dependency and Indemnity Compensation is a monthly benefit paid to eligible survivors of deceased service members or veterans.

2024 Bonus and Incentive Pays for Non-Physician Medical Officers

If you work in the health care field, you may be eligible for a sign-on bonus, an extension bonus, and monthly incentive pay.

Military Per Diem Rates

Military per diem rates cover any military-related travel expenses. The per diem rate sets the limit to how much service members can be reimbursed.

Burial in Arlington National Cemetery

Since 1864, Arlington National Cemetery has served as the nation's military cemetery honoring those who served.

Burial at Sea: A Time-Honored Tradition

For many sailors and Marines, there is no more honored choice for their mortal remains than burial at sea.

When You Die, VA Will Provide a Free Grave Marker

The VA provides headstones and markers for the graves of veterans anywhere in the world.

National Cemeteries Offer Free Burial for Veterans

Just what does burial in a National Cemetery involve?

Veterans Burial Allowance

VA burial allowances are partial reimbursements of an eligible veteran's burial and funeral costs.

Arthur Frommer, Army Vet and Travel Guide Innovator, Has Died at 95

Travel writer Arthur Frommer, who revolutionized leisure travel for ordinary Americans with his guidebook “Europe on 5 Dollars a Day,” has died.

Trump Backs 'Emergency' Plan to Use Military for Mass Deportations

Trump made mass deportation a major plank of his successful presidential campaign and has claimed more than 15 million undocumented immigrants will need to be booted back to their homelands.

Court-Martialed Military Veteran Sentenced to over 4 Years in Prison for Capitol Riot Attack

A former U.S. Army soldier who was court-martialed for fatally shooting a handcuffed civilian in Iraq two decades ago has been sentenced to more than four years in prison for his role in riot at the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.

There Will Be Only One Army-Navy Game This Year as Usual, Thanks to Tulane

The now-No. 20 Green Wave defeated the Midshipmen in a 35-0 shutout, dashing Navy’s hopes for an AAC Championship Game berth.

Rhodes Scholarship Recipients for 2025 Include 4 West Point Cadets

Four of the 32 recipients are from the U.S. Military Academy, the most selected from the service academy in one year since 1959.

Police Records Show Defense Secretary Nominee Was Involved in Alleged Sexual Assault in 2017

Hegseth's personal lawyer since 2017, told Military.com on Friday that "as confirmed by the Monterey Police Department, there was an allegation that was fully investigated, and he was cleared of any wrongdoing."

Kings of Campus: How Some Army Instructors Use Their Clout to Prey on College Cadets

To the young students in the Army Reserve Officers' Training Corps (ROTC), the officers who run the programs on college campuses are impressive.

'He's Going to Have to Explain It': Surprise Defense Secretary Pick's History Takes Center Stage

Pete Hegseth, President-elect Donald Trump's surprise pick to be the next defense secretary, has an extensive history of combat in the culture wars that have been brewing over the military for the past decade.

What to Know About Tulsi Gabbard, Trump's Pick to Be Director of National Intelligence

Gabbard is a veteran who served for more than two decades but doesn't have the typical intelligence experience of past officeholders.

Jury Awards Abu Ghraib Detainees $42 Million, Holds Contractor Responsible

The decision from the eight-person jury came after a different jury earlier this year couldn't agree on whether Reston, Virginia-based CACI should be held liable for the work of its civilian interrogators who worked alongside the U.S. Army.

'Army Brat' Michael Strahan Honors Veterans a Day After National Anthem Controversy

Pro Football Hall of Famer Michael Strahan faced backlash after standing with his arms draped in front of him, instead of his hand over his heart, during the playing of the national anthem during the "Fox NFL Sunday" pregame show Sunday at Naval Base San Diego.

On Veterans Day, Harriet Tubman Gets Formal Recognition of Her Military Service

In addition to her work leading slaves to freedom via the Underground Railroad, Tubman headed reconnaissance parties and planned and executed a Union raid along the Combahee River in South Carolina.

Army Recruiters in Miami Will Pass Off Paperwork Duties as Service Tests New Strategy to Boost Enlistment

The Army is set to launch a pilot program in January at two recruiting stations in the Miami area designed to cut through the red tape bogging down military recruitment.

‘I Wasn’t Afraid to Die. I Was a Soldier’: Veteran Asks Heart Surgeon to Save Sentimental Tattoo During Transplant

The ink on Army veteran Louis Smith's chest spells out a lyric from Frank Sinatra's "My Way," a song Smith's father introduced him to when he was young.

The Army's Answer to a Lack of Recruits Is a Prep Course to Boost Low Scores. It's Working

Started as a trial program two years ago to help boost dismal recruiting numbers, the prep course is fueling the Army’s enlistment comeback.

Army Says the US Will Restart Domestic TNT Production at Plant to Be Built in Kentucky

The new TNT plant is part of the Army's strategy to ramp up munitions production to ensure the U.S. military has “timely access to essential resources,” said Maj. Gen. John T. Reim.

Army Major Accused of Sexually Assaulting 20 Victims Released as Service Weighs Court-Martial

A military judge decided that "the government had not demonstrated that lesser forms of restraint were inadequate to protect the community" as it works to bring its case against Maj. Jonathan Batt.

First Woman to Head Southcom Steps Down, Passes Baton to First African-American Commander

Four-star Army Gen. Laura Richardson stepped down as the leader of U.S. Southern Command in Doral, Florida, and passed the baton to Navy Adm. Alvin Holsey.

Months After Pregnant Army Spouse Disappeared in Hawaii, Her Husband Is Charged with Murder

The murder count and other charges, including several filed in August, were brought against Pfc. Dewayne Arthur Johnson II of Frederick, Maryland, as the investigation continues into the disappearance of his wife.

Trump Impeachment Whistleblower Vindman Wins House Seat in Veteran vs. Veteran Race

Retired Army Lt. Col. Eugene Vindman, the twin brother of one of the main witnesses in Trump's first impeachment who also helped blow the whistle on Trump, defeated Republican Derrick Anderson, a retired Green Beret.

The History Channel's 'The American Soldier' Documents the Evolution of the US Army

From the earliest settlers and the Revolutionary War, American soldiers have been a transformative force shaping history.

Silence Was My Father’s Fortress. I Shared It for a Time Until Poetry Set Me Free.

When I came back from Iraq, I carried with me the images of landscapes littered with ruined bodies. To deal with the stew of emotions roiling inside, I emulated my father, who never spoke about his experiences in Vietnam. Stoicism was his fortress. It became mine, too.

Fort Bliss Soldier Drank ‘a Lot’ Before Crash that Killed Engaged Couple, Texas Cops Say

A U.S. Army soldier is facing charges after a late-night car crash left a Texas couple dead, officials told news outlets.

Soldier Critically Injured During Gaza Pier Mission Dies at 23

The circumstances of Sgt. Quandarius Davon Stanley's injury as well have been shrouded in secrecy ever since military officials confirmed foreign reports that three service members were injured on the pier mission in late May.

Veterans File Class-Action Suit over Medical Retirements for Burn Pit-Related Illnesses

The retired service members say the Army's refusal to call illnesses linked to exposure to burn pits "combat-related" unfairly denies them tax-free benefits.

Denis Leary Plays an 'Arrogant Loudmouth' Combat Officer Exiled to a Peacetime Command in Fox's 'Going Dutch'

Denis Leary will portray “arrogant loudmouth” Quinn, a highly decorated combat commander who has served in every recent American war zone and who now finds himself reassigned to a new base in the Netherlands as punishment.

Aberdeen Proving Ground Fires Contained; 1,000 Acres of Military Site Believed to Be Affected

Smoke began pouring from the Aberdeen Proving Ground on Sunday afternoon, becoming visible from adjacent counties and fouling air quality in the Baltimore region.

National Guard on Standby in Many States as America Faces Tense Election Day

Many of those deployed are "cyber specialists" and civil support teams, an official said, detailing that there are no specific state orders for military law enforcement -- although some are on standby.

Homeless Vet Denied Voucher Says Healing Isn't Possible Without Housing

Army veteran Delmar Dreaming Bear believes stable housing would help him heal, and there is ample rental assistance available for homeless veterans. Yet records show that the VA San Diego Healthcare System has at least temporarily denied him a housing voucher, claiming he's too ill to live independently.

Uncontrolled Range Fires at Aberdeen Proving Ground Fill Surrounding Area with Smoke

Aberdeen Proving Ground Fire and Emergency Services in Maryland fought uncontrolled fires Sunday as a strong smell of smoke and smoggy conditions set in across the Route 40 corridor.

Pentagon Blind to Troop Woes in Areas Across US with Limited Housing Options, Report Finds

The report is just the latest in a long series of government reports and media coverage that shows the Pentagon has been neglecting the housing needs of troops.

Air Force Catches Stray in Ongoing Prank War Between Army and Navy

Army pranksters pulled off a prank for the ages that knocks not only the Air Force Academy and its struggling football squad, but the entire Air Force as a whole.

Army Investigating Gen. Kurilla, Head of Central Command, over Allegations He Shoved an Airman

One of the Pentagon's top generals is under investigation for allegedly shoving an airman on a flight in early September, a defense official and a spokesperson for the Army Criminal Investigation Division confirmed to Military.com.

Victims of Domestic Violence Can Now Get Help More Easily Through Top Army Nonprofit

The new AER policy streamlines access to emergency grants for critical needs -- such as temporary shelter, food and other essentials -- to help victims safely leave abusive households.

Mpox Vaccine Available on Demand for Troops as Infections Trigger Travel Warning

With new travel warnings for Africa, the services and Defense Health Agency are working to make the mpox vaccine available to troops and beneficiaries who want it.

Retrial Begins in Civil Suit Against Contractor Accused in Abu Ghraib Prison Scandal

A military contractor accused of contributing to the abuse of detainees at Iraq’s Abu Ghraib prison two decades ago is again on trial in a federal courtroom after a long-awaited civil case earlier this year ended with a hung jury.

Army and Navy Prep Courses May Be a Recruiting Crisis Silver Bullet. But Other Services Aren't Interested.

The Army and Navy had early recruiting successes with new pre-basic training programs aimed at helping subpar applicants qualify for enlistment, but so far other service branches are reluctant to follow their lead.

The Rise of Soldier-Influencers: Army Eyes Policy for Troops with Millions of Online Followers

The Army is now eyeing influencers to help shape its digital presence, but it aims to do so with a notably hands-off approach.

UK D-Day Veteran George Chandler, Who Escorted American Troops to Normandy Beaches, Dies at 99

D-Day veteran George Chandler, who sought to counter sometimes glamorous depictions of the landings by recalling the horrors he witnessed escorting U.S. troops to the beaches of northern France as a young Royal Navy gunner, has died, his family said.

Traumatized Soldiers Find Solace Grooming Horses in the Black Forest

In a remote corner of Germany's Black Forest, the echoes of war linger in the minds of Bundeswehr soldiers, grappling with trauma years after their withdrawal from Afghanistan.

Training by Foreign Troops Increasing in Hawaii at Army Ranges

Hawaii is becoming an increasingly active training ground for militaries from around the Pacific and beyond.

Army Releases Redacted Police Report on Altercation During Trump's Arlington Cemetery Visit

The four sentences visible in the executive summary of the report released under court order Friday block out a key word that appears to describe the Trump campaign staffer shoving the cemetery employee out of the way.

One Year After a Massacre in Maine, Survivors and Loved Ones Search for New Beginnings

One year ago, a gunman killed 18 people at a bowling alley and a bar in Lewiston.

How Cher's 'Turn Back Time' Music Video Made Even the Navy Blush

A video featuring Cher singing to a rowdy group of American sailors would have been no trouble for anyone involved -- if it weren't for a last-minute costume change that would leave the Navy brass clutching its pearls.

Navy Shutters Premier East Coast Substance Abuse Program Amid Staffing Shortages

The program, in an aging building at Naval Medical Center Portsmouth in Virginia, has struggled to retain employees.

Naval Academy Graduate Charged with Hate Crime After Pride Flag Ripped from Annapolis Shop

A Naval Academy graduate was charged with a hate crime after a tattoo shop in Annapolis reported its LGBTQ Pride flag had been ripped off its post and thrown in the trash, according to the city's police department.

There Will Be Only One Army-Navy Game This Year as Usual, Thanks to Tulane

The now-No. 20 Green Wave defeated the Midshipmen in a 35-0 shutout, dashing Navy’s hopes for an AAC Championship Game berth.

Pentagon Silent on Elon Musk and Starlink Risks as Military Use Expands

In the past year, U.S. news outlets have reported that Musk, who oversees the satellite internet provider, has developed a close relationship with Vladimir Putin

Navy Didn't Understand Well-Documented Risks Posed by Hawaii Fuel Tanks, Watchdog Says

Navy officials “lacked sufficient understanding” of the risks of maintaining massive fuel storage tanks on top of a drinking water well at Pearl Harbor where spilled jet fuel poisoned more than 6,000 people in 2021, a U.S. military watchdog said.

Judge Sets Date for 9/11 Defendants to Enter Pleas, Deepening Battle over Court's Independence

A U.S. military judge at Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, has scheduled hearings in early January for alleged 9/11 mastermind Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two co-defendants to enter guilty pleas in exchange for life sentences.

2 Navy Destroyers Attacked by Barrage of Houthi Drones, Missiles Off Yemen Coast

The attack on the ships was the latest in months of violence in the region by the Yemen rebels, who are backed by Iran and have targeted commercial shipping as well as the U.S. naval forces deployed to the region.

'Army Brat' Michael Strahan Honors Veterans a Day After National Anthem Controversy

Pro Football Hall of Famer Michael Strahan faced backlash after standing with his arms draped in front of him, instead of his hand over his heart, during the playing of the national anthem during the "Fox NFL Sunday" pregame show Sunday at Naval Base San Diego.

First Woman to Head Southcom Steps Down, Passes Baton to First African-American Commander

Four-star Army Gen. Laura Richardson stepped down as the leader of U.S. Southern Command in Doral, Florida, and passed the baton to Navy Adm. Alvin Holsey.

Another Navy Firing: Commander of Information Warfare School in San Diego Removed

Cmdr. Cayanne McFarlane's relief, which was officially over a "loss of confidence in her ability to command,” marks at least the 12th firing of a commanding officer this year for the Navy.

Commander of Navy Leadership and Ethics Center Fired over Personal Conduct

Capt. Shawn Bailey of the Navy Ethics and Leadership Center relieved Capt. Lester Brown Jr. of his duties "due to a loss of confidence in his ability to command."

Veterans Affairs Committee Chairman Falls to Navy SEAL Veteran in Key Senate Race

Tim Sheehy's victory over the three-term incumbent pads the majority Republicans will have in the Senate in the next session of Congress and potentially shakes up military and veterans policy going forward.

'Fat Leonard' Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison for Massive Navy Bribery Scandal

U.S. District Judge Janis Sammartino was also prepared to order Francis to pay $20 million in restitution to the Navy on top of the $35 million he was already ordered to forfeit as part of his plea agreement.

‘He Will Be Missed’: One of Last USS Nevada Veterans Dies at 101

Charles Sehe served on the USS Nevada during Pearl Harbor, the D-Day invasion at Normandy, France and the 1945 invasions of Iwo Jima and Okinawa.

‘Something’s Going to Click': Navy Veteran Looks to Reconnect with Baby He Saved in Hong Kong Nearly 60 Years Ago

When Steve Mulvihill and his fellow sailor, Jim Kennedy, were spending time in Hong Kong in 1965, they found themselves in a situation Mulvihill couldn't have imagined and didn't really talk much about until around 10 years ago: A man sold them a baby.

Pentagon Bolsters the US Presence in the Middle East with Bomber Aircraft and Warships

Austin ordered several B-52 Stratofortress bomber aircraft, tanker aircraft and Navy destroyers to deploy to the Middle East, according to four U.S. and defense officials.

Pentagon Blind to Troop Woes in Areas Across US with Limited Housing Options, Report Finds

The report is just the latest in a long series of government reports and media coverage that shows the Pentagon has been neglecting the housing needs of troops.

Mpox Vaccine Available on Demand for Troops as Infections Trigger Travel Warning

With new travel warnings for Africa, the services and Defense Health Agency are working to make the mpox vaccine available to troops and beneficiaries who want it.

Army and Navy Prep Courses May Be a Recruiting Crisis Silver Bullet. But Other Services Aren't Interested.

The Army and Navy had early recruiting successes with new pre-basic training programs aimed at helping subpar applicants qualify for enlistment, but so far other service branches are reluctant to follow their lead.

Navy Reserve Officer Sentenced to Prison over Afghan Visa Scheme

Cmdr. Jeromy Pittmann was sentenced to 30 months in prison for accepting "bribe payments from Afghan nationals in exchange for drafting, submitting, and verifying fraudulent letters of recommendation for Afghan nationals."

Congress Eyes Top Honor for Navy Pilot Who Was Second-Longest Ever US Military POW

Lawmakers are working to award the Congressional Gold Medal to retired Cmdr. Everett Alvarez Jr., who spent eight and a half years in captivity after being shot down during a bombing mission during the Vietnam War.

It Took 8 Deployments, 3 Pregnancies, and $43,700 in IVF Treatments for Kristin and Joe to Have Their Baby

Military service members do not receive funding for assisted reproductive services unless their fertility issues are a direct result of an injury on active duty.

Navy Vet Who Died by Suicide After Alleged Sexual Assault Now Has New Annapolis Mural

The mural is just one of many tributes Elizabeth Buck has erected in memory of her son, Danny Buck, who served in the Navy from the early 2000s until his death by suicide in 2019.

US Navy Apologizes for the 1882 Obliteration of a Tlingit Village in Alaska

The attack was one of a series of conflicts between the American military and Alaska Natives in the years after the U.S. bought the territory from Russia in 1867.

Pentagon Watchdog Questions Navy SEAL Training Program's Use of Sleep Deprivation

The DoD inspector general report released Thursday found that the Navy "lacks a policy on the intentional use of sleep deprivation practices" and should beef up the number of medical professionals it has on staff.

'The Restless Wave': A Former NATO Supreme Allied Commander's Engrossing World War II Parable for Today's Great Power Conflict

"The Restless Wave" came about because Stavridis' publisher approached him with the idea of writing the American version of English authors Patrick O'Brian's Aubrey-Maturin series of novels.

How the 2024 College Football Season Could See 2 Army-Navy Games

With the Black Knights joining the American Athletic Conference in 2024, a conference of which the Mids have been a member since 2015, the teams could be playing twice every year, starting this year.

New London Sub Base Completes Micro-Grid to Supply Its Own Electricity

Navy, state and local officials celebrated the completion of a micro-grid at the naval submarine base, a project they said will make the base more energy resilient and serve as a model for other military installations across the country.

Navy Names Newest Nuclear-Powered Submarine USS Atlanta

For the first time in 25 years, hundreds of young sailors with the U.S. Navy will travel aboard a vessel named after the city of Atlanta, the branch announced at the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum.

Navy Submarine Honored with Top Unit Award for 3 Secret Intelligence Missions

The USS Washington, a Navy fast-attack submarine, has been awarded a prestigious unit award for its work in securing key intelligence while deployed to the European theater.

Marines and Sailors on West Coast Take to Cleaning, Fixing Own Barracks as Money Flows into Housing

Marines and sailors aboard Camp Pendleton, California, will spend two weeks patching drywall, replacing faulty door locks, scrubbing showers and fixing other barracks-related issues as base leadership pours millions of dollars into troop housing at the West Coast installation.

F-35 Fighter Jet, World's Costliest Weapons Program, Failed to Hit Readiness Marks for 6 Years, Watchdog Finds

All versions of the F-35, the world's costliest weapons program, have failed to meet minimum combat readiness rates for six straight years, according to the watchdog agency for Congress.

Navy Commander, Executive Officer of Japan-Based Ship Repair Facility Relieved

The Navy has relieved both the commanding officer and his deputy, the executive officer, from their posts leading the U.S. Naval Ship Repair Facility and Japan Regional Maintenance Center in Yokosuka, Japan.

Navy Aviators Killed in Growler Crash near Mount Rainier Were Decorated Combat Veterans

Lt. Cmdr. Lyndsay "Miley" Evans, a naval flight officer, and Lt. Serena "Dug" Wileman, a naval aviator, both 31 years old and from California, died on Oct. 15 when their aircraft crashed near Mount Rainier.

A Week After China’s War Games, US and Canadian Warships Sail Through Taiwan Strait

U.S. and Canadian warships sailed through the Taiwan Strait, almost a week after China held massive war games around Taiwan, which Beijing claims as its own territory.

2 Navy Aviators Are Declared Dead After a Fighter Jet Crashed in Washington State

The EA-18G Growler jet crashed east of Mount Rainier, according to Naval Air Station Whidbey Island.

Navy Growler Crash in Washington State Claimed the Lives of 2 Aviators, Service Says

Two Navy aviators who were flying an EA-18G Growler jet in Washington state when it crashed Tuesday were declared dead on Sunday, the service said in a statement.

Montana GOP Candidate Who Could Flip Control of Senate Nagged by Claims He Lied About Bullet Wound

Tim Sheehy is a former U.S. Navy SEAL and his military record is a centerpiece of his bid for office.

Navy Confirms Just One More Chief, Officer Punished for Illicit Wi-Fi Network on Warship

Between the investigation and Fields' update, the publicly acknowledged sum total of punishments meted out for the Wi-Fi system was four administrative letters and a loss of a future command for the Manchester's commanding officer.

Status of Navy Crew Still Unknown as Mountainous Terrain Slows Efforts to Reach Growler Wreckage

Soldiers from 1st Special Forces Group (Airborne), based at nearby Joint Base Lewis-McChord, are now assisting in the efforts to reach the plane wreckage at an elevation of 6,000 feet on a steep and heavily wooded area east of Mount Rainier.

Navy Says EPA Report that Found Low-Level Contamination Proves Water Is 'Safe'

The Navy released a report by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency that was the result of an inspection of its water system that serves more than 93, 000 people on Oahu.

Navy Finds Wreckage of Fighter Jet that Crashed During Training in Washington State

The U.S. Navy located the wreckage of a fighter jet that crashed in Washington state during a routine training flight in mountainous terrain. The two crew members onboard remain missing.

Groups Ask Biden to Stop Detaining Asylum Seekers at US Guantanamo Bay Facility

More than a hundred organizations are asking the White House to shut down a migrant processing facility at the U.S. Navy base in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, and stop detaining asylum seekers found at sea at the center.

Las Vegas Rolls Out Red Carpet for First Navy Week

Created in 2005, Navy Week allows for officials and sailors to visit cities to educate residents about what the Navy offers and how it benefits communities, even when an area is not viewed as a traditional Navy city.

MacDill Airman Gets 5 Years Of Probation in 'Undead Apes' Blockchain Fraud

U.S. District Judge William Jung sentenced Devin Rhoden to five years’ probation, a reflection of Rhoden’s substantial assistance to prosecutors.

State Lawmaker Pitches Ban on Foreign Adversaries Buying Land near Military Bases

A state lawmaker urged his colleagues to back a plan aimed at keeping foreign adversaries from owning Ohio property within 25 miles of any military base or near critical infrastructure.

The Osprey's Safety Issues Spiked over Five Years and Caused Deaths. Pilots Still Want to Fly It

The Osprey is back in the air after being grounded for months following a crash last November that killed eight U.S. service members in Japan.

Special Operations Command North Moving from Start-Up Hangar to $55 Million Headquarters

As conflict with Russia and China looms, special forces in the U.S. military are going through a renaissance, reflected in a new $55 million Special Operations Command North headquarters on Peterson Space Force Base.

Pentagon Silent on Elon Musk and Starlink Risks as Military Use Expands

In the past year, U.S. news outlets have reported that Musk, who oversees the satellite internet provider, has developed a close relationship with Vladimir Putin

Who Is Doug Collins? A Look at Trump's Pick to Head the VA

The former Georgia congressman is a Southern Baptist minister and Air Force colonel.

Trump Picks Former Georgia Congressman Doug Collins to Run Veterans Affairs

Doug Collins, a lawyer and chaplain in the U.S. Air Force Reserve, was one of Trump’s biggest defenders in the U.S. House during Democratic-led impeachment hearings.

New Pentagon Report on UFOs Includes Hundreds of New Incidents but No Evidence of Aliens

The report's publication comes a day after House lawmakers called for greater government transparency during a hearing on unidentified anomalous phenomena, or UAPs.

Boeing Layoffs Likely to Impact Military Support Programs

A Boeing senior engineering manager said the cuts in the works target a roughly 10% reduction across the engineers supporting military programs, including the F-15 and F/A-18 jet fighters and the Navy’s P-8 submarine hunter.

The Air Force's Biggest Supporter Gets a Spotlight from Gary Sinise in 'The Real American'

There aren't a lot of folk legends in America anymore, but pilots at Nellis Air Force Base who flew missions for the past four decades can name at least one.

Colorado Could Lose US Space Command. Trump Is Expected to Move It to Alabama.

Trump's original decision to place Space Command -- the combatant command tasked with military operations in space that was reactivated in 2019 -- in Alabama was made in the waning days of his first term.

20,440 Days and Counting. Missing Airman's Family Not Giving Up on Bringing Him Home

Maj. San D. Francisco has been missing since the F-4 Phantom jet he was co-piloting was shot down during a reconnaissance mission over the Ho Chi Minh Trail in Vietnam on Nov. 25, 1968.

Pentagon Secrets Leaker Jack Teixeira Sentenced to 15 Years in Prison by a Federal Judge

A federal judge on Tuesday sentenced a Massachusetts Air National Guard member to 15 years in prison after he pleaded guilty to leaking highly classified military documents about the war in Ukraine.

Air Force Commander of Nuclear Missile Maintenance at Malmstrom Fired After Investigation

Col. Jeremy Russell, the commander of Malmstrom's 341st Maintenance Group, was removed from his role "due to a loss of trust and confidence in Russell's ability to command."

Space National Guard Could Become Reality Under Donald Trump

Trump said during a National Guard Association of the United States conference in August that "as president, I will sign historic legislation creating a Space National Guard."

National Guard on Standby in Many States as America Faces Tense Election Day

Many of those deployed are "cyber specialists" and civil support teams, an official said, detailing that there are no specific state orders for military law enforcement -- although some are on standby.

Former Air Force JAG Lawyer Suspended After Alcohol-Fueled Violent Assaults

William McClain, 46, of Franklin Township, Ohio, was a judge advocate general with the 88th Air Base Wing at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, providing legal support to officers, enlisted airmen, Air Force civilians, contract employees and military retirees.

US Flies Long-Range Bomber in Drill with South Korea, Japan in Reaction to the North's Missile Test

The trilateral aerial training was the second by South Korea, the U.S. and Japan this year.

Air Force Still Not Seeing Higher Cancer Rates Among Missileers as More Data Is Collected

Current and former airmen who worked with America's nuclear missiles are not at higher risk of being diagnosed with cancer, according to the latest findings in an ongoing Air Force study

Pentagon Blind to Troop Woes in Areas Across US with Limited Housing Options, Report Finds

The report is just the latest in a long series of government reports and media coverage that shows the Pentagon has been neglecting the housing needs of troops.

Air Force Catches Stray in Ongoing Prank War Between Army and Navy

Army pranksters pulled off a prank for the ages that knocks not only the Air Force Academy and its struggling football squad, but the entire Air Force as a whole.

Air Force Quarterback Situation in Question Again as Army Showdown Looms

Air Force appears to have its full contingent of quarterbacks as it prepares for a trip to No. 21 Army.

Army and Navy Prep Courses May Be a Recruiting Crisis Silver Bullet. But Other Services Aren't Interested.

The Army and Navy had early recruiting successes with new pre-basic training programs aimed at helping subpar applicants qualify for enlistment, but so far other service branches are reluctant to follow their lead.

Air Force Overcharged 7,943% for C-17 Hand Soap Dispensers, Watchdog Finds

In all, the service accepted a 7,943% markup, or more than 80 times the commercially available cost, on the soap dispensers for its C-17 Globemaster II aircraft, resulting in the hefty overpayment.

Prosecutors Seek a 17-Year Prison Term for Pentagon Secrets Leaker Jack Teixeira

Prosecutors said Jack Teixeira “perpetrated one of the most significant and consequential violations of the Espionage Act in American history.”

Peterson Space Force Base Dining Hall Closed Indefinitely After 'Significant Safety Incident'

Guardians and airmen stationed at Peterson Space Force Base in Colorado have been without an on-base dining hall facility for months after it was closed this summer.

Air Force Reverses Course, Strikes Deal with EPA to Clean Up PFAS-Tainted Water in Arizona

The Air Force has reached an agreement with the Environmental Protection Agency to address contaminated drinking water in Tucson, Arizona, despite recent legal attempts to shirk responsibility.

Air Force Maintainer Blamed for Causing Fighter Jet Fire with Lift Truck, Incident Report Says

The incident occurred Nov. 17 when the maintainer was operating an MJ-1 vehicle, called a "jammer," as crew members were loading ammunition onto a parked F-15E Strike Eagle.

'More Work Ahead': Air Force Chief Says Service Moving Forward on Reorganization

Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. David Allvin told airmen in a new memo that there's still a lot of work to do as the service undergoes a major organizational change, a message that notably comes with a presidential election looming just two weeks away.

Newsom Sides with Musk in Dispute Over SpaceX Rocket Launches

The SpaceX dispute centers around the Coastal Commission’s rejection of the company’s plan to increase the number of rockets it launches from Vandenberg Space Force base near the Santa Barbara coast to 50 a year.

New Air Force Findings Show Risky Chemicals at Nuclear Missile Bases, Though at Levels Deemed Safe

Volatile organic compounds were detected in launch control centers, the underground bunkers where missileers monitor the nuclear missiles.

F-35 Fighter Jet, World's Costliest Weapons Program, Failed to Hit Readiness Marks for 6 Years, Watchdog Finds

All versions of the F-35, the world's costliest weapons program, have failed to meet minimum combat readiness rates for six straight years, according to the watchdog agency for Congress.

General in Charge of the US Space Force Inducted into Kentucky Aviation Hall of Fame

Gen. Chance Saltzman, the second person to hold the chief of space operations title, said in an interview the Space Force has an important role to play in keeping Americans safe, as well as protecting our way of life.

Marine Corps F-35C Was Used in Combat for First Time to Strike Houthis, Military Confirms

Traveling at speeds of 1,200 mph, the F-35C can carry Joint Direct Attack Munitions, or JDAMs, air-to-air missiles and other ordnance.

The Osprey's Safety Issues Spiked over Five Years and Caused Deaths. Pilots Still Want to Fly It

The Osprey is back in the air after being grounded for months following a crash last November that killed eight U.S. service members in Japan.

Sister of Ex-Marine Charged in Subway Chokehold Death Testifies to His 'Calm' Spirit and Patriotism

The older sister of Daniel Penny, the former U.S. Marine charged with fatally choking a homeless man aboard a Manhattan subway, told jurors Monday that her brother was a “calm, soft-spirited person” with a reputation for honesty and integrity.

Camp Pendleton Marine Recruiter Arrested After Allegedly Contacting Minors for Sex

Staff Sgt. Philip Rodriguez was booked after an internet crimes task force received a criminal report in February that prompted authorities to investigate him for inappropriately interacting with minors.

Marine Corps Codifies Amphibious Combat Vehicle Standards After Rocky Start, New Deployments

The new standards outline the use of safety boats to accompany the Amphibious Combat Vehicle during waterborne operations.

Marine Veteran Misused a Combat Technique in Fatal Chokehold of NYC Subway Rider, Trainer Testifies

Attorneys for Daniel Penny argue their client had sought to restrain Neely by placing him in a headlock, but that he did not apply strong force throughout the interaction.

Military Veteran Gets Time Served for Making Ricin Out of 'Curiosity'

Exposure to ricin can be lethal, though Vane’s lawyers said the material Vane developed was far too crude to be used as any kind of biological weapon.

Marine Veteran Ruben Gallego Wins Arizona US Senate Race Against Republican Kari Lake

Gallego’s victory continues a string of Democratic successes for the Senate in a state that was reliably Republican for those seats until Donald Trump was elected president in 2016.

For Veterans Day, How 2 Military Men Drew Healing Power from a Special Restoration Project

Fifty years ago, Bonnye Sherman's husband, Wayne, created a one-of-a-kind front door for their home in a Dallas suburb. The intricate woodworking project provided healing and therapy for the U.S. Marine and Vietnam War veteran.

Jury Sees Video of Subway Chokehold That Led to Veteran Daniel Penny's Manslaughter Trial

Two videos shot by bystanders offered the anonymous jury its first direct view of the chokehold at the heart of the manslaughter trial surrounding Jordan Neely 's 2023 death.

California Police Arrest Marine Recruiter for Alleged Sexual Assault of 17-Year-Old

An active-duty Marine Corps recruiter was arrested last week for allegedly sexually assaulting a 17-year-old girl at a recruiting center in California, according to the service and local law enforcement.

Japan Has Grounded its V-22 Osprey Fleet Again After Flight Incident

The V-22 was taking part in the joint U.S. military exercise Keen Sword and carrying 16 passengers, including three U.S. service members.

Pentagon Blind to Troop Woes in Areas Across US with Limited Housing Options, Report Finds

The report is just the latest in a long series of government reports and media coverage that shows the Pentagon has been neglecting the housing needs of troops.

Prosecutor Says Veteran's Subway Chokehold 'Went Too Far.' Defense Says His 'Courage' Helped Others

Prosecutors and defense lawyers agree on one thing about Marine veteran Daniel Penny's encounter last year with a distressed, angry and threatening man on a New York subway: Penny didn't mean to kill him.

Marine Corps Blames Pilot Error for Crash of Malfunctioning F-35 in South Carolina Forest

An F-35B Lightning II fighter jet that crashed in South Carolina last year had an electrical malfunction, and the pilot became disoriented before ejecting amid a heavy rainstorm, according to a Marine Corps investigation.

Army and Navy Prep Courses May Be a Recruiting Crisis Silver Bullet. But Other Services Aren't Interested.

The Army and Navy had early recruiting successes with new pre-basic training programs aimed at helping subpar applicants qualify for enlistment, but so far other service branches are reluctant to follow their lead.

Marine Veteran Connected to Neo-Nazi Power Grid Attack Plot Sentenced to 7 Years in Prison

Jordan Duncan, 29, and formerly assigned to Camp Lejeune, North Carolina, was the final member of a five-man group sentenced in connection with the scheme.

Butler Martin, 101, Was One of the Nation's First Black Marines

Butler Martin may have made his mark as a barrier-breaking World War II Marine who trained under challenging conditions in the segregated South, but his granddaughter fondly recalls his softer side.

Senior Enlisted Marine Reduced to Sergeant for Wearing Unauthorized Awards, Including Purple Heart

Per a plea agreement, then-Sgt. Maj. Charlie Clawson was reduced in rank after a Sept. 13 court-martial found him in violation of nine specifications of wearing awards or devices that he did not earn.

I Thought the Marine Corps Would Offer a Better Life. It Was Another Place I Didn't Belong. 

"The Marine Corps had not been an escape. I did not find belonging or safety within its ranks."

Marine Corps Veteran Who Breached Capitol During Riot with Flag Painted on Head Gets Probation

Chad Dustin Suenram, a U.S. Marine Corps veteran, also must pay $500 restitution for damage to the Capitol, which the government says totaled more than $2.9 million.

Marines and Sailors on West Coast Take to Cleaning, Fixing Own Barracks as Money Flows into Housing

Marines and sailors aboard Camp Pendleton, California, will spend two weeks patching drywall, replacing faulty door locks, scrubbing showers and fixing other barracks-related issues as base leadership pours millions of dollars into troop housing at the West Coast installation.

F-35 Fighter Jet, World's Costliest Weapons Program, Failed to Hit Readiness Marks for 6 Years, Watchdog Finds

All versions of the F-35, the world's costliest weapons program, have failed to meet minimum combat readiness rates for six straight years, according to the watchdog agency for Congress.

Navajo Code Talker, Santa Fe Graduate Remembered for Honoring Heritage with His Bravery

Kinsel, one of the few remaining Navajo Code Talkers, died in his sleep Saturday. He was 107.

Jury Selection Begins in Trial of Marine Veteran Charged with Chokehold Death on New York Subway

Daniel Penny, now 25, is accused of “recklessly causing the death” of Jordan Neely, a 30-year-old former street performer who witnesses say was acting erratically on the train on May 1, 2023, when Penny moved to restrain him.

Marine Raiders Ordered to Stop Wearing Multicam Uniforms to Align Elite Unit with Broader Service

The special operations Marines will abandon the pattern worn by units such as Army Special Forces on Jan. 1, a spokesman said.

Marine Corps' Unmanned 'Narco-Boat' Is Now Plying the Waters Around Okinawa

The Marine Corps' new uncrewed, semi-submersible vessel -- dubbed the "narco-boat" -- arrived in Japan earlier this month as part of an ongoing modernization effort aimed at supplying Marines across the Indo-Pacific.

Hawaii’s Marine Littoral Regiment Trains for High-Tech Operations

The Marines are training in preparation for a deployment in 2025 to the Western Pacific to train with military forces around the region.

Hawaii Marine Detained After Dependent Death Still Not Charged More than a Month Later

The dependent died on Sept. 1 aboard Marine Corps Base Hawaii, or MCBH, and the Naval Criminal Investigative Service began an investigation into the incident with the Honolulu Police Department.

Marine Corps Unveils Retention Bonuses, Suspends ‘Broken Service’ Bonus Program for Upcoming Year

Marines reenlisting between now and the end of September 2025 are eligible to receive the bonuses, but all the cash awards will incur additional service obligations between four and six years.

Prep Courses, Policy Tweaks Largely Drove the Military's Recruiting Success in 2024

Despite the wins this year, between ambitious goals for 2025 and deeper issues relating to Generation Z, the services may not be out of trouble yet.

Military Board Substantiates Misconduct But Declines to Fire Marine Who Adopted Afghan Orphan

A U.S. Marine whose adoption of an Afghan war orphan has spurred a yearslong legal battle and raised alarms at the highest levels of government will remain on active duty.

Marines Fly in Food, Shelter Kits, Tarps to Aid Philippines After Typhoon Destroys Homes

Typhoon Krathon -- known as Julian, locally -- made landfall in the Philippines on Sept. 30, with hundreds of families evacuated and nearly 1,500 homes destroyed in the path of the northern-moving storm.

Troops in Japan Banned from Late-Night Drinking After String of Alleged Sexual Assaults on Okinawa

The U.S. military's commander in Japan has finally tightened the rules around drinking for all troops stationed in the country months after several high-profile cases of sexual assault and rape on Okinawa have inflamed tensions.

Marines Arrive in Philippines Again as New Southeast Asia Rotation Gains Momentum

Marines and sailors arrived in the Philippines as part of a fairly new, but annual rotation to Southeast Asia as the U.S. looks to reassure regional allies in the midst of ongoing tensions with China.

Marine Recruiter Who Wrote ‘Memoir’ About Teenage Recruit Sentenced to Prison

Nearly a year after then-Gunnery Sgt. Christopher Champagne self-published a memoir about his inappropriate relationship with a teenage recruit, the Marine Corps sentenced him to a year in prison.

Nearly 100 Veterans Get Rousing Welcome Back After Three-Day Trip to DC Honoring Their Service

As the veterans came down the Terminal 2 escalator after three days visiting memorials and doing other sightseeing, family and friends cheered them on with “welcome home” signs, red-and-blue balloons and American flags of every size.

Marines Surpass Enlisted Recruitment Goal by 1, Officers over a Dozen in Sharp Drop from 2023

Officials said that the service sought to recruit 36,257 Marines this year, squeezing by with 36,286 total -- a difference of just 29 new Devil Dogs.

Military Bases Assessing Damage After Hurricane Helene's Brutal Winds, Storm Surge Hit Southeast

More than 4,000 members of the National Guard had been deployed to help out in the wake of the storm, which clocked winds around 130 mph but was quickly downgraded to a tropical storm early Friday morning.

Military Medical Commands Developing Plans to Put Freeze-Dried Plasma in Hands of Medics, Corpsmen

Carried by special operations troops for more than 10 years, freeze-dried plasma is making its way to the services' medical forces, according to the Defense Health Agency.

Coast Guard Set to Receive New Icebreaker by Year's End, Bolstering US Presence in Arctic

The need for ships with icebreaking capabilities is growing as China and Russia increase their presence in the Arctic, officials told members of a House subcommittee Thursday.

Pentagon Works to Restore Benefits After Data Transfer Boots Coast Guard, NOAA and Other Beneficiaries from Tricare

Problems related to transfer of personnel records resulted in beneficiaries temporarily losing coverage.

Coast Guard Suspends Search for 4 Missing off California Coast

The U.S. Coast Guard has suspended -- "pending the development of further information" -- Sunday's massive search effort for four boaters who went missing after their vessel capsized off the Sonoma County coast this weekend.

More Former Cadets Accuse US Coast Guard Academy of Failing to Prevent Campus Sexual Assaults

The claims come more than a month after 13 former cadets filed similar federal complaints seeking $10 million apiece in damages.

Officials Get Tour of National Coast Guard Museum Site, Update on Construction

Local, state and military officials celebrated the imminent construction of the National Coast Guard Museum behind Union Station.

Coast Guard Leaders in Sector San Diego Sidelined Amid Claims of Toxic Work Environment

The service is looking into allegations of unfair treatment and the Coast Guardsmen's ability to fulfill their leadership duties.

At Least 7 Dead After Ferry Dock Gangway Collapses on Georgia's Sapelo Island

The U.S. Coast Guard is assisting in the search and rescue operations.

Overrun: Mice Oust Coasties from Their Northern California Small Boat Station

The Coast Guard has temporarily halted operations at Coast Guard Station Rio Vista, California, while it deals with vermin.

US Coast Guard Rescues Man Hanging on Cooler off Florida Coast

The man, named only as captain Dave, was taken to hospital for medical care, said the Coast Guard, which also released footage of the man clinging to the cooler in open water in the dramatic rescue.

Investment Payoff: Coast Guard Meets Recruiting Goals for First Time in 6 Years

An aggressive marketing campaign and investments in personnel and recruiting stations helped the service meet its goals in fiscal 2024, officials said.

Prep Courses, Policy Tweaks Largely Drove the Military's Recruiting Success in 2024

Despite the wins this year, between ambitious goals for 2025 and deeper issues relating to Generation Z, the services may not be out of trouble yet.

Coast Guard Saves Man, Dog off Florida During Hurricane Helene

A mariner sailing in the path of Hurricane Helene was rescued in dramatic fashion when his boat started sinking off southwest Florida, according to the U.S. Coast Guard Station in Clearwater.

Titan Implosion Hearing Paints a Picture of Reckless Greed and Explorer Passion

Witnesses testified that the company that operated an experimental deep-water submersible that imploded, killing five people, put profits over safety and ignored warning signs before the disaster.

Coast Guard Marine Inspector’s Testimony: Titan’s Owner Railed Against Regulation, but Complied

John Winters, a Coast Guard marine inspector in Washingon state, testified that Stockton Rush railed against regulations that he said stifled innovation but also noted that Rush did not attempt to circumvent any Coast Guard regulations.

NTSB Engineer Says Carbon Fiber Hull from Submersible Showed Signs of Flaws

The Coast Guard opened a public hearing earlier this month that is part of a high-level investigation into the cause of the implosion of OceanGate's Titan submersible in June 2023, which killed five people.

OceanGate Co-Founder Says He Hopes Submersible Tragedy Yields Renewed Interest in Exploration

The co-founder of the company that owned the experimental submersible that imploded en route to the wreckage of the Titanic said he hopes the legacy is a renewed interest in exploration.

Secret Service’s Next Challenge: Keeping Scores of World Leaders Safe at the UN General Assembly

With so many presidents, prime ministers, monarchs and others dignitaries in one city and under one roof at the same time, the U.N. General Assembly is the most complex event the Secret Service is involved in each year.

Mission Specialist for Titan Sub Owner Tells Coast Guard the Goal Was to 'Make Dreams Come True'

Renata Rojas' testimony struck a different tone than some of the earlier witnesses, who described the company as troubled from the top down and focused more on profit than science or safety.

Coast Guardsman Becomes 5th Member of Service Awarded for Rescues During Maui Wildfire

Boatswain's Mate 2nd Class John Thompson on Wednesday became the fifth Coast Guardsman to receive the service's highest honor for noncombat operations, the Coast Guard Medal, for action during last year's devastating wildfire in Lahaina.

The Coast Guard Will Hear from Former OceanGate Employees about the Titan Implosion

U.S. Coast Guard officials investigating the implosion of an experimental watercraft en route to the wreck of the Titanic were scheduled to hear from former employees of the company that owned the Titan submersible.

Ex-Employees of Titanic Submersible's Owner to Testify Before Coast Guard Panel

Former employees of the company that owned an experimental submersible that imploded on its way to the wreck of the Titanic are scheduled to testify before a Coast Guard investigatory board at an upcoming hearing.

Former Cadets Accuse the Coast Guard Academy of Failing to Stop Sexual Violence

Thirteen former cadets at the U.S. Coast Guard Academy accused overseers of the Connecticut school of failing to prevent sexual violence on campus and covering it up, in federal complaints seeking $10 million apiece in damages.

Titanic Expedition Yields Lost Bronze Statue, High-Resolution Photos and Other Discoveries

The location of a bronze statue not seen in decades is among the discoveries made by the company that owns the salvage rights to the Titanic during its first expedition to the site in years.

Coast Guard Still Hasn't Reformed 5 Years After Deadly Conception Boat Fire, Board Warns

Five years after California's worst modern maritime disaster, relatives of the Conception boat fire victims are angry about what they call the slow pace of accountability, while a top U.S. safety official says the Coast Guard continues to stall on reforms.

California to Deploy Surplus C-130 Aircraft from Coast Guard to Fight Wildfires

California has a very large new tool in its arsenal to fight wildfires, and it’s a veteran that has seen battles before.

Defendant in Titan Submersible Wrongful Death Lawsuit Files to Move Case to Federal Court

One of the defendants in a wrongful death lawsuit stemming from the implosion of an undersea submersible headed to the wreck of the Titanic is seeking to move the case from state to federal court.

How Moves Put Military Families of Color at Risk

Moving may be a part of military life, but for families of color and other groups, military moves pose more than an inconvenience: They threaten their safety. That puts our nation's readiness at risk.

Coast Guard Announces Newest Icebreaker Will Head to Juneau as Healy Suffers Major Fire

While the Coast Guard previously had said it favored Juneau as the ship's home station, officials said as recently as June that it had not received funding to build the infrastructure needed in the Alaskan capital.

US Coast Guard Academy Works to Change its Culture Following Sexual Abuse and Harassment Scandal

The changes have been met with skepticism by some past and present Coasties.

Sexual Assault, Harassment and Retaliation Against Victims 'Pervasive' in Coast Guard, Senate Investigation Finds

A new investigation by a Senate subcommittee found that Coast Guard leaders often fail to handle reports of sexual assault and harassment properly.

Coast Guard Investigating Academy Official Who Threatened to Resign over its Handling of Sexual Assault Scandal

Shannon Norenberg, the school's sexual assault response coordinator, is fighting a move to reassign her after she retracted her plan to resign over the service's decadeslong failure to investigate sexual assault and harassment allegations.

Coast Guard Rescue Swimmer Honored for Saving 3 Imperiled Sailors in Alaska

As a result of quick thinking and extreme bravery, three mariners survived the capsizing of their boat in 35-degree water.

The First Titanic Voyage in 14 Years Is Happening in the Wake of Submersible Tragedy. Hopes Are High

The company that owns the salvage rights to the Titanic is undertaking its first expedition to the ship's wreckage in 14 years.

How a 4,000-Word Coast Guard Email Erupted into a Reckoning of Military Sexual Assault

What started as a quest for vengeance has erupted into a rank-and-file reckoning over how the military handles sexual assaults and who should drive the conversation about whether leadership is doing enough to address the problem.

US Coast Guard Patrol Spots Chinese Naval Ships off Alaska Island

Officials say a U.S. Coast Guard cutter on routine patrol in the Bering Sea came across several Chinese military ships in international waters but within the U.S. exclusive economic zone.

US, Canada and Finland Look to Build More Icebreakers to Counter Russia in the Arctic

The United States, Canada and Finland will work together to build up their icebreaker fleets as they look to bolster their defenses in the Arctic, where Russia has been increasingly active, the White House announced.

Coast Guard Oversees Dali Cargo Ship’s Departure from Baltimore, Nearly 3 Months After Bridge Collapse

The Dali is scheduled to go directly to Virginia International Gateway to have roughly 1,500 cargo containers off-loaded to reduce draft, the Coast Guard said.

A Year After the Titan's Tragic Dive, Deep-Sea Explorers Vow to Pursue Ocean's Mysteries

The deadly implosion of an experimental submersible en route to the deep-sea grave of the Titanic last June has not dulled the desire for further ocean exploration, despite lingering questions about the disaster.

Coast Guard Relieves Commander of Biggest Station for Failing to Act on Harassment Claims

The service announced Friday that it relieved Cmdr. David Ruhlig on June 3 "due to a loss of confidence in his ability to fulfill the expectations of his position."