How the Pentagon found $300M for Ukraine, but is still deep in the redThe discovery of the $300 million has raised some eyebrows.By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press and Tara Copp, AP7 weeks ago
Upcoming congressional breaks could endanger budget deal talksDefense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of Feb. 5, 2024.By Leo Shane III3 months ago
Mexico border mission funded through 2021, no current plans to draw down thousands of troopsThere's no sign of redeployments from the border.By Meghann Myers3 years ago
The border emergency is canceled, but thousands of troops there aren’t scheduled to go homeMore than 3,000 troops are stationed at the border, and they'll continue to stay there.By Meghann Myers3 years ago
Nearly 175,000 military retirees, family members may soon have no Tricare Select coverageThis may mean a rude awakening for retirees who haven't set up payments for Tricare Select. But DoD is cutting you some slack.By Karen Jowers3 years ago
New in 2021: Are you a retiree who will lose Tricare Select coverage Jan. 1? Here’s what to do.You'll probably be getting a phone call if you were disenrolled from Tricare Select as a retiree or family member.By Karen Jowers3 years ago
New in 2021: Border deployments slowly winding down as more wall goes upTroop presence is down about a third from the height of border deployments.By Meghann Myers3 years ago
Trump signs massive measure funding government, COVID reliefThe massive bill includes $1.4 trillion to fund government agencies through September.By Jill Colvin, The Associated Press and Andrew Taylor, The Associated Press3 years ago
Congress seals agreement on $900 billion COVID relief billHouse leaders informed lawmakers that they would vote on the legislation on Monday, and the Senate was likely to vote on Monday, too.By Andrew Taylor, The Associated Press3 years ago
Spouses still waiting months for professional credentials after military moves, DoD survey showsIs it reasonable to wait 10 months or more after a PCS move to get relicensed in your new state to be able to work?By Karen Jowers3 years ago
Don’t let your Tricare Select coverage lapse, officials warn retireesRetirees have until Dec. 31 to set up their payment process for new Tricare Select enrollment fees.By Karen Jowers3 years ago
The Military Times guide to Tricare and FEDVIP open seasonOpen season ends Dec. 14 for those who want to change or enroll in Tricare plans as well as FEDVIP coverage.By Karen Jowers3 years ago