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Navy secretary faces Hatch Act violation for comments on Biden
The Hatch Act bars federal officials from participating in political activities while serving in their official capacity and in their federal workplace.
By Diana Stancy
Air Force Reserve staff sergeant arrested for role in Jan. 6 riot
Kyle Douglas McMahan was arrested on felony charges related to the Jan. 6, 2021, riot.
Defense Secretary Austin calls out those who advocate isolationism
In remarks at the Reagan National Defense Forum, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin said United States must reject calls to turn away from global interests.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press
US military to end live-fire training in Hawaii’s Makua Valley
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin and Army Secretary Christine Wormuth confirmed the military's new stance in a statement filed in federal court on Friday.
Half of US would recommend military service to loved ones, report says
At the same time, one-third of respondents said they would discourage military service.
Remains of WWII heavy bomber gunner identified decades after his death
Staff Sgt. Franklin P. Hall was identified in July by scientists who used anthropological and DNA analysis, military officials said.
Mental health not costing many troops security clearances, data shows
Debunking the "pervasive myth" regarding mental health and security clearances.
US military says national security depends on ‘forever chemicals’
Defense Department officials say a blanket ban on PFAS chemicals would threaten military readiness.
By Patricia Kime, KFF Health News
Defense Secretary Austin meets with Zelenskyy in Ukraine
U.S. Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin made an unannounced visit to Kyiv to make a high-profile push to keep money and weapons flowing to Ukraine.
By Tara Copp and Felipe Dana, The Associated Press
Military revokes planned contract for nuclear plant at Eielson AFB
The Defense Logistics Agency said all bidders that responded to the agency’s request for proposals are still under consideration.
By Nathaniel Herz