US shipbuilding in a ‘perpetual state of triage,’ watchdog says Both Navy testimony and a government watchdog report this week highlighted the lackluster progress of U.S. shipbuilding during the past 20 years.By Zita Ballinger Fletcher25 minutes ago
Second aircraft carrier on the way to join fight against HouthisThe aircraft carrier Carl Vinson is being deployed to the Red Sea, where it will help the Harry S. Truman Carrier Strike Group combat Houthi rebels.By Riley Ceder19 hours ago
Senate confirms former VA benefits chief as new deputy secretary Army veteran Paul Lawrence will serve as the second-ranking leader at the Department of Veterans Affairs.By Leo Shane III20 hours ago
‘Obviously classified’: Experts say Hegseth chat leaks invited danger Former U.S. defense officials said the unsecured messaging chain could have jeopardized the operation and put American lives at risk.By Noah Robertson, Stephen Losey and Leo Shane III2 days ago
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Another judge issues temporary ban on Trump’s removal of trans troopsA federal judge in New Jersey has issued a temporary ban on the removal of two transgender men from the Air Force.4 days ago