OpinionHow addressing waivers and eligibility can fix the recruiting crisisThere 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 Schuman2 months ago
Defense, vets issues will factor in 2024 presidential raceMilitary and veterans policies will play a role in the debate over who should serve as commander-in-chief.By Leo Shane III5 months ago
Space Force eyes easing enlistment rules to target high-demand skillsThe incoming chief of the service said he needs to maintain recruiting flexibility to get individuals with technical skills into the ranks.By Leo Shane III20 months ago
Fewer Marines in the Corps, but more pay for those who stayThe Corps expects to shed a lot of weight in the middle ranks.By Todd South2 years ago
Milley warned defense leaders that Trump could order an unwarranted nuke strike: bookThe claims are part of a new volume on the final days of the Trump presidency by journalist Bob Woodward.By Leo Shane III3 years ago
Corps’ sergeant major calls for improved treatment, care of junior MarinesThe Marine Corps historically has had the youngest service members in the Department of Defense.By Philip Athey3 years ago
Corps offers big bonus for more intelligence MarinesSergeants 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 Athey3 years ago
Corps offers up to $50K bonuses for Raiders in retirement range, says there is no shortageThe 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 Athey4 years ago
VP Pence credits Trump with rebuilding the military, fixing VA in reelection pitchPence's remarks came on a convention night which focused heavily on military issues and veteran speakers.By Leo Shane III4 years ago
GOP leaders promote Trump as a wartime commander focused on security and peaceThe second night of the Republican convention brought focus on Trump's responsibilities as commander in chief.By Leo Shane III4 years ago
Trump’s second-term plan includes stopping ‘endless’ wars, boosting military supportThe president's 50-point list of goals takes the place of a traditional party platform.By Leo Shane III4 years ago
Raising the age of military enlistmentThreats 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 McCain4 years ago