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Japan says its Ospreys will keep flying unrestricted despite US qualms
Japan’s defense chief said Friday that Japanese and American V-22 Ospreys are being safely operated in his country.
VA’s protective equipment supplies inadequate for second wave of coronavirus, officials warn
Department hospitals have a 30-day supply of PPE, but officials say six months would be needed for a surge in cases this fall.
Lawmakers want must-pass defense bill to protect protesters from the military
Outraged Democrats plan to use the massive defense budget and policy bill to fight President Donald Trump’s push to use the U.S. military to quell days of riots, and they may seek defense cuts to do it.
By Joe Gould
Senate confirms Navy Secretary Kenneth Braithwaite
The U.S. Senate confirmed a new Navy secretary, Kenneth “K.J.” Braithwaite, by voice vote on Thursday.
Why Victory in Europe Day still matters 75 years later
Reflecting on the deeds of those who fought for liberty and freedom 75 years ago provides a model for courage and endurance, says the author of this commentary.
By William Butler
‘Tarnished’ culture within Navy must be fixed, secretary nominee warns
Kenneth Braithwaite, the White House pick to lead the service, said he worries sailors have lost trust in their commanders.
Senators blast Esper’s ‘dysfunctional decision-making’ on coronavirus
Esper has "often prioritized readiness at the expense of the health of servicemembers and their families," the senators wrote.
By Aaron Mehta
VA pledges more masks for medical staff who were rationing supplies
Some medical center employees had been receiving only one mask a week to protect against infection.
Millions of veterans to get letters this week on potential reimbursements for medical costs
Department officials could pay out billions under a court ruling regarding non-VA emergency care costs.
Uncertainty surrounds Navy leadership’s future after latest dramatic resignation
Timing of a confirmation hearing for Rear Adm. Kenneth Braithwaite is up in the air because of coronavirus concerns.
Explainer: Why do so many epidemics originate in Africa and Asia?
And why we can expect more.
By Suresh V Kuchipudi, Pennsylvania State University