What Americans think about Israel’s military action in Gaza: poll
A new poll shows support for Israel’s military action in Gaza has dropped among U.S. adults, with only about one-third approving.
By Linley Sanders
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Pentagon yanks speakers from Aspen Security Forum, blasts its values
Nearly a dozen top generals and defense officials were scheduled to speak at the forum, which begins Tuesday.
Poll says confidence in US military lowest in 25 years
The numbers from a recent Gallup poll show confidence in the U.S. military at 60%, the lowest it has been in 25 years.
Polls show support for Iraq War drop in 20 years post invasion
In the two decades after the U.S. invasion of Iraq began, public support for the drawn-out war dwindled, according to think tanks and research groups.
COVID-19 vaccine mandate is affecting recruitment, top Marine says
The vaccine mandate has especially affected recruiting in the South, Gen. David Berger said.
Army plans ‘dramatic’ ammo production boost as Ukraine drains stocks
But its plan for a ramp up in production hinges on Congress.
By Joe Gould
Russia burning through ammunition in Ukraine at ‘extraordinary’ rate
Russia is running out of its precision-guided weapons fastest, Director of National Intelligence Avril Haines said at the Reagan National Defense Forum.
Pentagon chief: US faces pivotal years in countering China
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin’s speech at the Reagan National Defense Forum capped a week where the Pentagon was squarely focused on China’s rise.
Keep COVID-19 military vaccine mandate, defense secretary says
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is making clear he wants to keep the military’s COVID-19 vaccine mandate in place to protect the health of the troops.
By Tara Copp, AP
Austin urges Congress: Pass a timely budget
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin highlighted investments in military hardware, in research and in the Pacific region, adding “we’ve got more to do.”
By Joe Gould
Politicization contributing to Americans’ low trust in the military
A new survey found that it’s the actions of presidents that have predominantly caused respondents to see the Defense Department as politicized.
Military veterans defend American elections as poll workers
Recruiting veterans to work as poll workers could harness the energy of veterans looking for new ways to serve their country.
By Sonner Kehrt, The War Horse