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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.

By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press and Tara Copp, AP

11 days ago

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.

By Leo Shane III and Noah Robertson

12 days ago

Partisan attacks on military hurt force readiness, top senator warns

Senate Armed Services Committee Chairman Jack Reed said lawmakers may be damaging military retention and recruiting efforts with their public comments.

By Leo Shane III

2 years ago

Reed expresses caution over sending US aircraft to Ukraine

The Senate Armed Services Committee chairman has raised doubts about transferring U.S. aircraft to Ukraine.

By Bryant Harris and Stephen Losey

2 years ago

Vision-enhancing eyewear soon to be readily available at VA hospitals

The high-speed cameras in the eSight headsets magnify what they capture, clarifying the world for some low-vision people.

By Irene Loewenson

2 years ago

New Orleans nun kidnapped in Africa released with US military help

The U.S. military played a role in the release this week of an American nun taken hostage in April.

By Zamone Perez

2 years ago

Meet the Army surgeon teaching combat life-saving skills to schools

The training taught school staff the same skills service members and medics are taught in basic combat lifesaver courses.

By Rachel Nostrant

2 years ago

VA to provide abortions in cases of rape, danger to veteran’s health

Abortions could be conducted at VA medical centers, even in states where the procedure is outlawed.

By Leo Shane III

2 years ago

Veterans unemployment improves even as national rate worsens slightly

Employment estimates for younger veterans fell in August to their lowest levels since before the coronavirus pandemic.

By Leo Shane III

2 years ago

This Red Sox foundation is hitting home runs against PTSD, depression

The Red Sox Foundation offers help for those veterans suffering from mental health disorders.

By Rachel Nostrant

2 years ago

Air Force leaders set new goals to diversify officer corps

The directive aims to create a “force more representative of our nation,” the memo said.

By Rachel S. Cohen

2 years ago

WWII veteran receives France’s highest honor

Ernest Marvel was awarded the French Legion of Honor in July — almost 80 years after he helped liberate the country from the Germans in World War II.

By Shannon Marvel McNaught, The News Journal

2 years ago