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House passes $893 billion defense policy bill with war powers repeal

Only a handful of Democrats supported the defense authorization bill plan, because of social issue fights included in the measure.

By Leo Shane III

5 days ago

Troops will be drug tested for psychedelic mushroom use, Pentagon says

Psilocin will be added to drug testing panels for service members as of Oct. 1, according to a Pentagon memo.

By Zita Ballinger Fletcher

10 days ago

Carrier landings no longer required for Navy pilots’ Wings of Gold

Graduated pilots will now complete the carrier qualification during follow on training at their fleet replacement squadron, a Navy spokesperson said.

13 days ago

White House officials to attend funeral of Afghan vet turned advocate

After Army Sgt. Michael Verardo was injured in Afghanistan in 2010, his family spent years pushing for better care for veterans and caregivers.

By Leo Shane III

13 days ago

Another federal shutdown threat looms as Congress heads back to DC

Democratic leaders want answers on a path towards compromise on a host of federal budget fights before the end of next month.

By Leo Shane III

3 weeks ago

Senate confirms senior VA advisor to become next department watchdog

The incoming VA Inspector General, Cheryl Mason, worked for several months alongside the senior VA leaders she will now be charged with investigating.

By Leo Shane III

7 weeks ago