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Opinion
How addressing waivers and eligibility can fix the recruiting crisis
There are many factors that contribute to the recruiting crisis facing the military, but at least one of them is within the Pentagon's power to fix.
By Joe Schuman
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DOD ‘slow rolling’ fair special pays for Guard, Reserve, advocates say
Pentagon officials fear such reforms could harm active duty retention.
By Davis Winkie
Space Force eyes easing enlistment rules to target high-demand skills
The incoming chief of the service said he needs to maintain recruiting flexibility to get individuals with technical skills into the ranks.
Ukraine weapon switcheroos are flushing Soviet arms out of Europe
As some Eastern European nations send their Soviet-era kit to help Ukraine defend itself against Russia’s attack, the new weapons those nations stand to get in return from the United States and its allies could shape the continent’s arsenal for years to come.
Fewer Marines in the Corps, but more pay for those who stay
The Corps expects to shed a lot of weight in the middle ranks.
By Todd South
Second largest federal insurer launches vaccination reward program
Federal employees insured under a GEHA plan could receive $75 for proof of their vaccination status.
By Jessie Bur
Corps’ sergeant major calls for improved treatment, care of junior Marines
The Marine Corps historically has had the youngest service members in the Department of Defense.
By Philip Athey
New vaccine lottery announced for military in Washington state
The new lottery applies to military, military staff and family members who were vaccinated through the Department of Defense, Veterans Affairs, or the National Guard.
Corps offers big bonus for more intelligence Marines
Sergeants who re-enlist for 72 months and lateral move into the 0211 field may be eligible for an $87,500 re-enlistment bonus.
By Philip Athey
Women less likely to receive retention pay at NSA
The National Security Agency's program for offering retention incentives to critical personnel did not have needed oversight or goals, according to the agency's inspector general.
By Jessie Bur
Corps offers up to $50K bonuses for Raiders in retirement range, says there is no shortage
The Corps insisted that the bonus does not necessarily indicate it is running low on senior enlisted Raiders, but simply shows “a strong desire to maintain certain skills.”
By Philip Athey
Raising the age of military enlistment
Threats to the free world must be met with mature individuals who know what is to be lost, say the authors of this commentary.
By Peter Polack and Jack McCain