House members push senators to back better pay for junior enlistedIn 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.By Leo Shane III2 weeks ago
Food insecurity among military families unacceptable, advocates sayAn estimated 325,000 military families are struggling with having enough food each week.By Leo Shane III8 weeks ago
Decision on junior enlisted pay boost not expected until NovemberThe House-passed draft of the authorization bill called for pay raises up to 19.5% for troops ranked E-4 and below.By Leo Shane III2 months ago
Trump promises to launch Space National Guard if elected The Republican nominee for president said he will push for a dedicated National Guard branch for space missions if he is re-elected.By Leo Shane III3 months ago
Meal, Ready-to-Bulk? Pentagon urged to add creatine to MREsThe gains-based recommendation will now await a Senate decision in order to become law.By Riley Ceder and Jon Simkins4 months ago
Tight congressional calendar squeezes lawmakers’ defense workDefense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of June 24, 2024.By Leo Shane III5 months ago