VA deems over 130 occupations ineligible for deferred resignation plan

Most VA nurses, doctors and other staff caring for vets are ineligible for the Trump administration’s deferred resignation offer, according to a VA email.

More US troops deploying to US-Mexico border

Roughly 1,500 more soldiers will deploy to the southern border to support President Trump’s expanding crackdown on immigration, a U.S. official said.

Military families to see drop in Tricare dental premiums

Some active-duty families will see their premiums drop by nearly one-third as the new Tricare Dental Program contract takes effect.

Opinion

This program equipped the US military to take down drug traffickers

This commentary's author discusses how current debates about the military's role in stifling cartels bring to mind lesser-known stories from Afghanistan.

Senators detail desired missile defense elements for Trump’s Iron Dome

Two senators introduced a bill that would authorize $19.5 billion for fiscal 2026 to build out Trump's "Iron Dome for America."

Pentagon cuts off Hegseth town hall webcast after transparency pledge

Hegseth also called "Our diversity is our strength" the "single dumbest phrase in military history," and intends to end the military's DEI programs.

Broken AC at Fort Cavazos leaves soldiers sweating

A mechanical failure at the Texas base has left soldiers dealing with room temperatures in the 80s this week.

Coast Guard searching for member reported missing in Eastern Pacific

A crew member aboard the cutter Waesche has been reported “unaccounted for” while operating in the Eastern Pacific Ocean.

Kroger rejoins military families’ Tricare retail pharmacy network

Tricare beneficiaries will now have access to 2,200 Kroger pharmacies across 35 states.

Navy League urges rapid expansion of battle fleet for future wars

The nonprofit is asking lawmakers to bolster the Navy's fleet of battle force ships in preparation for long-term and large-scale wars.