Monthly bonuses for junior troops included in defense budget planUnder the latest congressional budget plan, troops E-6 and below could start getting monthly bonuses from the Defense Department to offset low base pay.By Leo Shane III8 days ago
US mulls deploying Marine security team to Haiti amid gang crisisIn 2010, after an earthquake struck Haiti, fleet antiterrorism security team Marines were sent to assist the Marine guards at the embassy there.By Irene Loewenson3 weeks ago
Troops in Iraq, Syria had close calls with militia attacksNearly 200 troops have been injured in attacks from Iran-backed militant groups since October.By Meghann Myers3 weeks ago
Why getting more female troops into Special Operations will take timeAs recently released data from the military services has shown, the participation of women in elite special operations roles remains a rarity.By Hope Hodge Seck3 weeks ago
The National Guard’s quiet role in Iraq, Syria and JordanGuardsmen are facing more hostility downrange than they have in years.By Meghann Myers4 weeks ago
GI Bill rule change could upend requirements for online-only classesA move by VA officials to simplify rules for the Post-9/11 GI Bill could cause new problems, advocates warn.By Leo Shane III4 weeks ago