Trump nominates new head of SOUTHCOM to lead strikes near Venezuela
Marine Corps Lt. Gen. Francis L. Donovan is named to take over for Adm. Alvin Holsey, who retired from his post as commander of SOUTHCOM on Dec. 12.
By Riley Ceder
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Pentagon escalates probe into Sen. Mark Kelly over lawful orders video
The Defense Department says it is accelerating its probe into Sen. Mark Kelly for allegedly violating military law.
By Riley Ceder
US admiral overseeing military operations in Latin America retires
Adm. Alvin Holsey's retirement was announced by the Pentagon in October, over a month into the Trump administration’s strikes on suspected drug boats.
Admiral says there was no ‘kill them all’ order in boat attack
Democrats who were also briefed and saw video of the survivors being killed questioned the Trump administration’s rationale.
As shutdown affected military moves, task force helped resolve issues
"I'm trying to be the one belly button for people who are frustrated, to help them out," said the commander of the PCS Joint Task Force.
By Karen Jowers
US Naval Academy fires commandant of midshipmen
Capt. Gilbert Clark Jr. was relieved from his duties “due to a loss of confidence" in his ability to lead the Brigade of Midshipmen, the school said.
By Beth Sullivan