“What’s next and how far are they willing to go in that area?” U.S. Indo-Pacific Command boss Adm. John Aquilino asked. “We’re not asking for Taj Mahals,” Sergeant Major of the Marine Corps Carlos Ruiz said. The death of Pfc. Noah Jamar Evans on April 18, 2023, during a physical fitness test prompted the Marine Corps to open an investigation. Lt. Col. Christopher O’Melia was relieved of command of 1st Battalion, 4th Marine Regiment, by the commanding general of 1st Marine Division. One Marine corporal said maintenance issues have been getting fixed much more quickly than before the barracks inspection. The commanding officer of the School of Infantry–West and the commanding officer of the school’s Reconnaissance Training Company were fired March 8. The Marine Corps also restricted the allowable colors of pantyhose for those who do choose to wear them. The move came without objection in a voice vote late Wednesday night. Air Force recruiting boss Brig. Gen. Christopher Amrhein said Tuesday he is “cautiously optimistic” about staying on track for the rest of the year. The House Intelligence Committee on Wednesday warned about a “serious national security threat” facing America. Load More