Military
Sexual Assault in the Military is Unacceptable. Here's How to Fix It
Working in tandem, these multiple lines of effort—prevention, response, research—could help the department keep service members safe from sexual assault and harassment.
COVID Vaccine Not Required for Military Personnel, Even Ahead of Deployment
Although the Department of Defense has not instituted a COVID-19 vaccine requirement, eligible personnel are encouraged to receive them.
Ex-NSA Director Wants SCOTUS To Declare Military Draft Unconstitutional
"Requiring both women and men to register for the selective service is a long overdue next step," read an amicus brief supported by General Michael Hayden.
Panel Chosen to Select New Honorees for Confederate-Named Military Bases
"Each of these individuals possesses unique and relevant experience, in and out of government, that I know will inform this important effort," Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said in a Friday statement.
American Drones Kill Indiscriminately. Biden Can Change That
The U.S. armed drone program often relies on imprecise intelligence to take strikes far from traditional battlefields.
The World Waits for No Man—Not Even the President of the United States
Nobody in the world who values human rights and the rule of law likes what is going on in the streets of Myanmar's capital city right now.
Video of Myanmar Woman Exercising During Coup Viewed Over 16 Million Times
The exercise instructor later said she did not know a coup would be taking place the morning she recorded her video.
11 Fort Bliss Soldiers Injured After Ingesting Mystery Substance
The unexplained incident comes shortly after two soldiers were discovered dead on the base within the space of three weeks.
Most Republicans Oppose Transgender People Serving in Military: Poll
President Joe Biden has revoked a memorandum from his predecessor Donald Trump that barred transgender individuals serving.
Biden Appoints U.S. Army Veteran Kevin O'Connor as White House Doctor
The doctor has served on combat rotations in countries including Iraq, Afghanistan and Bosnia.
Biden Reverses Ban on Transgender Individuals Serving in Military
"President Biden signed today an executive order that sets the policy that all Americans who are qualified to serve in the Armed Forces of the United States should be able to serve," the White House wrote in a statement announcing the reversal.
The National Guard Are Apparently All Over Washington D.C. Tinder
D.C. residents have noticed a seeming uptick in the number of men in uniform on Tinder ahead of Wednesday's Inauguration ceremony.
Army Investigating Psychological Operations Officer at Capitol Riot
A Fort Bragg officer admitted leading 100 members of a conservative group to the "Stop the Steal" rally at the Capitol on January 6.
Man Who Went Viral for Yelling at DC Rioters 'Needed to Let Them Have It'
Peter Tracey has gained a bit of notoriety for his expletive-filled tirade, which was filmed on Wednesday outside his home.
Prince Harry Says Newspaper Claims Left Marines 'Susceptible to Suicide'
Prince Harry's lawyers claim a newspaper article accusing him of turning his back on the Royal Marines left military personnel "more susceptible to suicide," Newsweek can reveal.
GOP-Controlled Senate Rebukes Trump, Joining House in Overriding NDAA Veto
The Republican-controlled Senate joined the Democrat-controlled House of Representatives in rebuking the White House with the first veto override vote of Donald Trump's tenure as commander-in-chief, 81-13, on New Year's Day.
Tucker Carlson Rails Against 'Woke Activism,' Warns About Consequences
The conservative Fox News host labeled socially aware activism a "kind of childish sideshow that plays out mostly on college campuses and public radio shows."
Fakhrizadeh and Soleimani Were Even More Justified Killings Than bin Laden
In all cases, it would be better to capture war criminals alive, but if that is not possible, it is entirely lawful and moral to neutralize them and the threats they pose, while limiting the collateral damage to others.
Search for Missing Sailor from USS Theodore Roosevelt Feared Overboard
The aircraft carrier has been joined by other ships in an attempt to trace the individual, who was spotted in the water at about 7.30 a.m. Thursday.
DoD Senior Officials, Health Care Workers May Be First to Get COVID Vaccine
Assistant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs Thomas McCaffery said that members of the DoD could be vaccinated within two days of the vaccine's approval for use.
Why Prince Harry Thinks Military Mental Fitness is Amazing and How it Helps
As Prince Harry praises the British armed forces for the "amazing step" of making military mental fitness mandatory—here are some of the techniques recommended by his initiative.
Pearl Harbor Day 2020: Photos from the Attack
It's been 79 years since the attack on Pearl Harbor, which brought the United States into World War II. These photos from the battle are a stark reminder of those lost.
Two Men Found Dead in Fort Bragg Military Training Area in North Carolina
Agents from the Army Criminal Investigation Command are investigating the incident. The deaths are not believed to be linked to official unit training.
Ret. Gen McChrystal Fears Rise of China's Military
The ex-commander of U.S. and NATO forces in Afghanistan told Axios the Biden administration must build up regional alliances in Asia to counter the threat of China.
Paratroopers Donate Over 1,500 Toys to Needy Children for Christmas
By donating a toy, each paratrooper was automatically entered into a special raffle to participate in a parachute jump and earn a special foreign badge.
'SEAL Team' Season 4 Premiere: What Happened to Bravo in Season 3?
While season three had to end abruptly due to the COVID-19 pandemic, CBS' "SEAL Team" returns tonight, hopefully answering fans' questions.
'Brazen Abuse of Power': Reactions Follow Trump Pardoning Michael Flynn
Many Republicans praised Trump for granting Flynn clemency, while Democrats felt the pardon was an act of corruption.
Dems Criticize Air Force Bid to Base Aircraft in Georgia Ahead of Elections
The House Armed Services Committee Chair said the move could force Congress to take action.
China's PLA Orders More Stealth Fighter Jets amid India Border Tensions
A new batch of J-16 multirole warplanes has been ordered for the Chinese military's western front, where a territorial stand-off with New Delhi continues, Chinese state media reported Tuesday.
Ex-Navy SEAL Rips GA Sen. Candidate Warnock Over 'God and Military' Remark
"That's obviously a problematic message for many of us who are veterans and also call ourselves Christians," the SEAL said on social media.