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Milley almost quit over Trump, wrote biting resignation letter, new book reveals

“You are using the military to create fear in the minds of the people," Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Mark Milley wrote in a never-sent resignation letter.

By Rachel Nostrant

6 months ago

Most land mine use banned by US military, except in Korea

The announcement reverses a more permissive stance by then-President Donald Trump, and it concludes a review that has lasted for more than a year. Bonnie Jenkins, the State Department’s undersecretary for arms control and international security, said the new policy fulfills “a commitment that President Biden made as a candidate,” when he described Trump’s decision as “reckless.”

8 months ago

Biden nixes Trump design for Air Force One over cost, delay

The new aircraft are estimated to replace the VC-25A planes in 2026, years behind schedule.

By Zeke Miller, The Associated Press

8 months ago

Russia, first in the headlines, is Pentagon’s No. 2 challenge

The Biden administration’s new defense strategy makes clear China is still the Pentagon’s bigger focus.

By Joe Gould and Megan Eckstein

10 months ago

NKorea slams US over submarine deal, warns countermeasures

The North was closely examining the deal and would proceed accordingly if it has “even a little adverse impact on the security of our country.”

17 months ago

Jan. 6 committee seeking records on Milley’s China calls

Both Biden and Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin have said they have confidence in Milley as some Republicans in Congress urge his firing.

17 months ago