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Marines hit the high North in separate Arctic exercises
Troops are looking at the Arctic to counter ongoing efforts by Russia and China there.
By Todd South
Lawmakers worry about weapons makers’ ability to meet demand
Industry representatives say a lack of contract adjustments hurts companies by depressing wages.
By Joe Gould
National Guard preps for potential Arctic conflicts with Russia, China
As China and Russia increase northern operations, the National Guard is preparing to help defend NATO territory.
Will the Ukraine war slow Russia’s Arctic push?
Drones could offer the West an opening to catch up with Russia, bogged down in Ukraine, in establishing a foothold in the warming Arctic.
Drop in veteran homelessness proves we can end homelessness
New data shows that veteran homelessness in the U.S. has decreased by 11% since 2020, the last year for which we have complete data.
By Denis McDonough, Marcia L. Fudge and Jeff Olivet
White House Arctic strategy calls for enhanced military presence
The enhanced U.S. posture aims to deter increased Russian and Chinese activity in the region as global warming rapidly melts the Polar ice caps.
Report urges improvements in US approach to hostage cases
The report was released amid efforts to bring home Marine veteran Paul Whelan and WNBA star Brittney Griner, who are both detained in Russia.
Citing inflation, industry seeks more for DoD in continuing resolution
Record-high inflation costs the Pentagon $6 billion per month, trade groups said in a new letter.
By Joe Gould
Defense industry to launch inflation relief push in Congress
“Deterrence doesn’t work when we handcuff the Department of Defense’s hands," said one industry representative.
By Joe Gould
New Pentagon group hopes to revitalize effort to reduce mishaps
The Joint Safety Council held its first meeting Friday.
Campaigning at the top of the world: The Arctic and homeland defense
It is becoming increasingly apparent that competitors, such as Russia and China, desire to influence international norms and alter the behaviors of allies, partners and Arctic-focused countries for the benefit of these competitor nations.
By Gen. Glen D. VanHerck