Nearly 200 troops have been injured in attacks from Iran-backed militant groups since October. This is the first time since July 2023 that the Marine Corps’ top two positions have been filled by leaders on full duty status. The move came without objection in a voice vote late Wednesday night. The House Intelligence Committee on Wednesday warned about a “serious national security threat” facing America. Lawmakers questioned VA officials on best practices for employing artificial intelligence technology to improve health care and benefits. Nearly 250 former U.S. interpreters and allies in Afghanistan have been reported killed by the Taliban in retribution for their service. Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of Feb. 5, 2024. Lawmakers are weighing possible changes to military compensation systems as a way to improve families' quality of life. Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of Jan. 22, 2024. Congress passed a third stopgap funding bill as it races to pass a full FY24 defense budget to avoid a year-long CR that would disrupt Pentagon operation. Load More