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Defense official disputes Iranian report of encounter with US warship

The destroyer Fitzgerald had a "safe and professional interaction" with an Iranian helicopter while operating in international waters, the official said.

DOD trying to head off problems with troops’ household goods moves

PCS task force working to solve troops' real-time household goods moving problems.

Research offers link between burn pit smoke and serious brain injuries

The findings suggest potential new reasons for mental health challenges of veterans exposed to toxic chemicals while in the ranks.

VA leaders push back deadline for caregiver program changes to 2028

Some families could have been disenrolled from the caregiver benefits program in late 2026, but will now get two more years of support.

Senate confirms controversial vet to lead Pentagon personnel office

Retired Army Brig. Gen. Anthony Tata has made inflammatory comments about Democratic leaders and former President Barack Obama.

200 Marines deploy to Florida as Pentagon approves more support to ICE

The Marines will be assigned tasks related to transportation, logistics and administrative functions. They're not authorized to make arrests.

Opinion

Valor may not expire, but award recognition should have limits

Opinion: The Valor Has No Expiration Act ignores why limitations on valor awards like the Medal of Honor matter.

No ‘significant’ mover capacity problems expected for troops, DOD says

The DOD says a new task force is "fully engaged" in overseeing the process of troops' household goods moves during this peak season.

Thousands of LGBTQ+ vets were promised pardons. Only 4 have succeeded.

Former President Joe Biden pledged to use his clemency powers to right ‘an historic wrong.’ Why did it fall so short of its promise?

Hegseth defends Iran strike after initial report doubted its effect

In a fiery press conference, the defense secretary attacked media outlets that reported on a U.S. intelligence report about the attacks.