Military
Trump's Tweet Threatening Iran Was a 'Middle Finger' to Congress: Senator
"The president's impetuous, uninformed, weak conditions creates a lot of peril," Democratic Senator Michael Bennet said.
Retaliation Will Not Take Long, Russian Senator Warns After Airstrike
"This is very difficult news, a harbinger of new clashes between the Americans and radical Shiites in Iraq," Russian Senator Konstantin Kosachev said Friday.
Iranian General Says U.S. Should Leave Middle East or Start Sending Coffins
Iranian military officials, lawmakers and clerics have vowed to take revenge against the U.S. after the assassination of Quds Force commander Qassem Soleimani.
Defense Secretary Esper Says Iran Should Be a 'Normal Country'
Secretary of Defense Dr. Mark T. Esper told MSNBC's Andrea Mitchell that Iran should be a "normal country" and stop engaging in what he referred to as "bad behavior."
Donald Trump Wrongly Told Troops They Have 'All Brand New' Aircraft
The president told military personnel they didn't have brand new aircraft three years ago, when Barack Obama was at the end of his term.
Taiwan President Vows to Ensure Stability After Military Chief Dies
Shen Yi-ming was among those killed when a military helicopter crashed close to the capital Taipei on Thursday.
Chinese National Arrested for Trespassing, Photographing Florida Naval Base
Photographs of the Truman Annex were discovered on the camera of a Chinese national who entered Naval Air Station Key West by climbing over rocks.
What Did Donald Trump and Melania Say in Christmas Message to America?
The president and first lady wished America a "very merry Christmas" and a "very happy, happy New Year" in this year's Christmas message.
Trump Tells Military 'We're the Envy of the World Right Now'
Participating in a Christmas Eve teleconference from Mar-a-Lago with members of the military, Trump claimed that the current unemployment is "the best we've ever had."
Trump Boasts Space Force Will Let U.S. 'Control the Ultimate High Ground'
"That is something really incredible," President Trump said. "It's a big moment. That's a big moment, and we're all here for it. Space. Going to be a lot of things happening in space."
West Point Says Cadets' Gesture at Army-Navy Game Was 'Innocent Game'
Although the behavior wasn't seen as an effort to promote racist ideology, West Point said it was "disappointed" in the cadets actions
Veteran Says Students 'Disgraced' Forces with 'OK' Symbol at Army-Navy Game
Malcolm Nance told MSNBC he took a "very dim view" of students' behavior but said he was not sure what sentiment was behind the gestures.
Ending 'Military Widow's Tax' Could Soon Mean Full Benefits for Survivors
A bipartisan effort to repeal the so-called "military widow's tax" appears to be headed for success after it was included as a provision of the 2020 National Defense Authorization Act.
New National Defense Budget Allows for Creation of U.S. Space Force
The U.S. Space Force has been fully-funded in a bill President Donald Trump tweeted he would sign "immediately."
California Man Pleads Guilty for Role in Massive Identity Theft Ring
"To our knowledge, this is the largest criminal case ever involving identify theft of military-affiliated personnel," U.S. Attorney John Bash said at a press conference.
Active Shooter at Pensacola Naval Air Station in Florida Dead
At least one other person was killed and others were injured during the shooting, according to the Navy.
What Trump Wants From NATO Allies
President Donald Trump is battling NATO allies over funding for the Cold War defense alliance, but it is a complex debate.
Trudeau Urges Tough Russia Line, Dodges Questions on Canada Military Spend
Canada is among the NATO nations spending less than 2 percent of GDP on military investments, much to Trump's frustration.
Ex-Marine Calls Trump's Intervention Proof of Lack Of Military Knowledge
In an interview for ABC News, former military officers weighed in on Trump firing Navy Secretary Richard Spencer.
Trump Pays Visit to U.S. Troops in Afghanistan
On Thanksgiving, the president also said he had reopened negotiations with the Taliban.
Trump NATO Funding Cut Is a Christmas Present for Putin, Academic Says
The U.S. will cut its contribution to the direct NATO budget, which covers maintenance of the NATO headquarters, joint security investments and some combined military operations.
Lt. Gen. Loses Star For Mocking Female Airman's Weight and Toxic Leadership
A Lieutenant General in the Air Force lost a star after an investigation into his leadership practices revealed he had harassed a female subordinate.
Turkey's Erdogan Is 'Thumbing His Nose at Trump,' Senator Says
Turkey began radar testing of its Russian-made S-400 anti-aircraft system on Monday, the purchase of which has created friction with Washington.
Pence Makes Surprise Visit to U.S. Troops in Iraq
The vice president visited Iraq to greet troops ahead of the Thanksgiving holiday. In his address, he made subtle remarks about the impeachment inquiry.
BTS Will Not Be Exempt From Korean Military Service Under New Regulations
BTS and other male K-pop stars will not be given military service waiver as the South Korean government introduces new guidelines.
Trump Attacks on Vindman Are Ironic After War Crime Pardons: Congressman
Lieutenant Colonel Alexander Vindman, a key witness in the impeachment investigation, has been consistently maligned by Trump and his allies as an untrustworthy partisan official.
These Are the Members of the Armed Services Who President Trump Pardoned
On Friday, President Trump extended clemency for two members of the U.S. military accused of war crimes and reinstated the rank of a former SEAL found guilty of posing with a prisoner's corpse.
U.S. Vows to Defend South Korea After Pyongyang Threatens Force
North Korea has lodged multiple protests over planned joint U.S.-South Korean war games, and said Wednesday it would respond to force in kind.
Army Sergeant Killed While Playing Video Games by Fellow Soldier
William Garcia, a 22-year-old corporal who served with Sanchez in Afghanistan, has been charged with manslaughter and is due to attend a hearing in December.
Veteran Tells Trump Jr. to Join Military If He Wants to Know 'Sacrifice'
In his book, Trump Jr. described how a trip to Arlington National Cemetery made him think about all the business sacrifices his family had to make so his father could be president.