The U.S. military's V-22 Osprey enterprise will be slow to return to full operations as a wide-ranging review of its training and resources continues. A Senate panel supports an extra 1% pay bump for young enlisted troops next year, far less than what House lawmakers want. Lawmakers haven't received more details on Osprey proprotor gearboxes, a component that was a factor in the 2023 crash off Japan that killed eight airmen. By Tara Copp, AP
3 months ago A plan to boost young troops' pay by an extra 15% next year will cost more than $24 billion over the next five years, officials said. Defense and veterans hearings for the week of June 10, 2024. Defense and veterans hearings for the week of June 3, 2024. DOJ officials alleged Wednesday that Oklahoma City schools are violating federal law by refusing to let an Air Force reservist return to teaching. Sen. Wicker's plan lays out an additional $55 billion above FY25 defense spending caps. All men ages 18 to 26 would be automatically enrolled in the Selective Service System under a plan approved by a House committee Wednesday night. Twelve GOP senators want senior VA leaders dismissed for mistakes made regarding executive bonuses last year. Load More