Trump’s defense choice, a Fox News host, stuns the Pentagon
The news was met with bewilderment and worry among many in Washington as Trump passed on a number of established national security heavy-hitters.
Pentagon & Congress
Trump picks Fox commentator Pete Hegseth as his next Defense Secretary
Hegseth is an Army veteran and will need to be confirmed by the Senate before taking over the top civilian Pentagon post.
VA plans to drop co-pays for all telehealth services
The move is part of broader department efforts to expand telehealth options for patients.
Lawmakers want VA to better secure records after campaign violations
Justice Department officials are reivewing whether VA employees improperly viewed health records of both VP candidates.
Homelessness among veterans drops to record low levels
Just under 33,000 veterans were without stable housing across America in January.
Next year’s Congress will feature the most women vet members ever
At least eight women with military backgrounds will serve in the House and Senate in 2025.
Pentagon chief directs military to conduct smooth transition to Trump
In a memo, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin reminded service members of their obligation to follow the lawful orders of the next commander in chief.
Former VA secretary to lead Trump’s Pentagon transition efforts
Robert Wilkie served in both the Defense Department and VA during Trump's first presidency.
Plea deals revived for alleged 9/11 mastermind and others
The plea agreements would spare Khalid Sheikh Mohammed and two co-defendants the risk of the death penalty in exchange for guilty pleas.
Former VA physician found guilty of sexually assaulting a patient
The doctor was accused of assualting multiple patients during routine exams in 2019 and 2020.
Trump vows peace in chaotic Middle East. But fixing it won’t be easy.
Donald Trump will return to the U.S. presidency as a brutal war in Gaza rages and Israel presses its offensive against the Hezbollah militant group.
Senate VA committee chairman Tester loses to Navy vet challenger
Tim Sheehy's win coupled with other GOP victories will give Republicans control of the Senate next year.
How veterans are faring in the 2024 election
Military Times will be tracking all of the congressional races featuring veterans on election night and beyond.
House members push senators to back better pay for junior enlisted
In a letter to Senate leaders, House lawmakers said the military must enact more quality-of-life reforms to ensure the health of troops and their families.
Many military ballots won’t be counted until after Election Day
Election officials are asking for patience from voters awaiting the results of this year's presidential and congressional elections.
Lawmakers accuse VA leaders of exaggerating budget shortfall
Congress approved $3 billion in emergency VA funding in September, but officials now say they did not need the money to cover immediate bills.
Vet-versus-vet election contests could decide who controls Congress
Nineteen House and Senate races will feature two veterans facing off against each other to represent their districts in Congress.
