J.D. Simkins
Executive Editor
J.D. Simkins is the executive editor of Military Times and Defense News, and a Marine Corps veteran of the Iraq War.
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Ode to James Ransone’s memorable portrayal of a junior enlisted Marine
In just seven episodes, James Ransone churned out one of the most relatable on-screen depictions of life as a junior enlisted Marine.
Robotics companies don’t want robots weaponized — will anyone listen?
Whether anyone will adhere to the contents of letter is another story.
TYFYS? Lawmaker files bill to thank troops ‘for our freedom’ instead
The bill, which would do absolutely nothing if passed, also has little chance of getting passed.
Al-Shabab terrorist with $3 million bounty killed in US airstrike
The al-Shabab leader had a $3 million bounty placed on his head by the U.S.
Zelenskyy to Russians: Get names tattooed so we can ID your corpses
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has generated no shortage of eye-catching headlines and propaganda.
Taliban bans popular video game for ‘promoting violence’
The Taliban has banned more than 23 million websites since seizing control of the country in August 2021.
Kabul airlift, Abbey Gate bombing the subject of new HBO documentary
The film is a 78-minute chronicle of sheer chaos spread across 18 desperate days in August 2021.
Space Force debuts its official service song ‘Semper Supra’
The song is meant to reflect tones reminiscent of the other services’ traditional scores.
ABC’s ‘Our America’ docuseries to showcase the Montford Point Marines
The Montford Point Marines fought valiantly in a number of Pacific theater campaigns.
Here’s what happens when you flush a toilet on a Navy ship
Toilet-flushing is a complex process for the U.S. Navy.
