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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Adam Driver set to star as Medal of Honor recipient John Chapman
Chapman, who was killed in Afghanistan during 2002’s deadly Battle at Takur Ghar, had his Air Force Cross upgraded to the Medal of Honor in 2018.
Retired Marine, already facing child molestation charge, arrested following drunken brawl, police say
In addition to a criminal investigation, the Alameda County Sheriff’s office is reviewing an internal investigation into Deitschman’s actions.
19-year-old pilot spells ‘F--k COVID 19′ in flight path, joins trailblazers of military aviation
Military aviation should be champing at the bit to recruit the 19-year-old.
Hospital ship Comfort departs NYC, having treated fewer than 200 patients
“I believe Comfort not only brought comfort but also saved lives,” said New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo.
Naval Academy to graduate the Class of 2020 over a 10-day period
The graduating mids have been off campus since March 6, when the academy dismissed its brigade for spring break.
Sailors send off Bob — a very good military working dog — after a stellar career
Bob’s sterling time in fur uniform is concluding with the 9-year-old’s adoption.
Roosevelt sailors begin moving out of quarantine, back on board aircraft carrier
Incoming sailors will take buses — which are cleaned “before, between, and after each transit” — from quarantine locations to the TR.
Space Force general trolls Iranian military satellite launch — ‘space is hard’
In space, no one can hear Raymond’s enemies scream.
Aircraft carrier Nimitz heads to sea as COVID-19 concerns loom
“Our nation looks to us to be ready to return to sea, to execute our mission, and to support our national security objectives. We are humbled and honored to do so.”
Pentagon releases videos of encounters between UFOs and Navy pilots
“Look at that thing, dude!” one pilot says in the video. “It’s rotating!”
