Jonathan Lehrfeld
Early Bird Brief Editor, Military Times
Jonathan is a staff writer and editor of the Early Bird Brief newsletter for Military Times. Follow him on Twitter @lehrfeld_media
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Weighing benefits: Could anti-obesity meds help troops’ weight issues?
Advocates argue that anti-obesity drugs like Ozempic could help overweight troops, but the services have no uniform policy for such treatments.
Marine Band performs at 100th National Christmas Tree Lighting
“The President’s Own” United States Marine Band performed on the National Mall for the 100th National Christmas Tree Lighting.
Navy professor finishes strong in ‘Jeopardy!’ tournament
Dr. Sam Buttrey earned a $50,000 prize for his third-place finish in this year’s Tournament of Champions.
Officer sets out to rid the Army of label deterrents in upcoming book
In her upcoming book, Army Reserve Lt. Colonel Lisa Jaster looks to reshape the conversation on what makes someone a qualified professional candidate.
Naval Academy to hold annual ‘Giving Tree’ charity ceremony
The Naval Academy is hosting a ceremony tomorrow to launch its annual “Giving Tree” campaign that collects gifts for local children in need.
National Guard responds to major New York snowstorm
New York National Guard members assisted in responding to the historic and deadly snowstorm that hit western New York over the weekend.
Retired officer guilty for entering Senate in military gear on Jan. 6
A Texas Air Force veteran was convicted in federal court this week for his role in the Jan. 6, 2021 attack on the U.S. Capitol.
Destined for the moon, NASA’s Artemis rocket blasts into space
This morning NASA launched its Artemis 1 moon rocket, blasting the U.S. off on a path to reach the lunar surface for the first time in 50 years.
3 charged for sending military data to China, defrauding DoD
Three people and a magnetics company were federally charged for their alleged scheme to send military data to China.
How one university is helping veterans through higher education
Leaders at the university are continuing to find ways to value, engage and mentor veterans as they transition out of service.
