Personnel & Veterans — Air Force

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President Donald Trump said Thursday that he is close to deciding whether to order a “massive attack” on Iran “bigger than ever before,” as the United States expands its military campaign against the …

The COMPACT Act allows veterans to receive emergency suicide crisis care for free, but many eligible remain in the dark about its existence.

The leftist freak-outs over the voter ID portion of mail-in voting in the SAVE America Act are nothing more than a "false flag," Rep. Morgan Griffith (R-VA) said during an appearance on Breitbart News…

Test crews at Eglin Air Force Base, Florida, previously dropped bombs from an F-15EX, but this is the first time an operational squadron has done so.

Rep. Morgan Griffith (R-VA) is offering a bill that would stop birth tourism in U.S. territories. The post Exclusive – Rep. Morgan Griffith: My Birthright Citizenship Bill Would Stop Birth Tourism in …

The Expeditionary Warfare Excellence Awards recognize the top performing sailors and Marines from the 2025 calendar year.

The home, recently sold by a retired U.S. Air Force tech sergeant, was within two weeks of closing when the party took place.

This week marks one year since a military jet struck a school in Dhaka, killing 36, most of them children.

The House has passed a defense policy bill that incorporates President Donald Trump’s request for a historic $1.15 trillion in spending for the Pentagon. The bill passed Wednesday also would designate…

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The U.S. Navy is moving forward with plans to build a new dock for aircraft carriers on the West Coast.

The announced measures concern veteran benefits, housing and legal assistance.

Andrew Arrabaca plotted the attack for months and considered striking other New York City targets.

Dietrich Kuhlmann warns a veteran or service member's experience may not clearly translate on a resume submitted through an AI platform.

Col. Christine Littlejohn assumed command as the 99th Air Base Wing's first female leader at Nellis Air Force Base, Nevada.

The Navy Reserve is offering retention and recruiting bonuses to sailors, officers and civilians, the service announced.

The Marine Corps is offering early separations in an effort to meet budget restraints that determine the size of the force, USNI News has learned. Under the Voluntary Enlisted Early Release Program, w…

Because the “foundational defects” with the dormitories cannot be fixed through regular repairs, the buildings will be demolished, a base spokesperson said. The post Dorms for 5,200 enlisted medical s…

Two decommissioned warships, cruiser USS Mobile Bay (CG-53) amphibious assault ship USS Peleliu (LHA-5), were recently sunk off the coast of Hawaii as part of the U.S. Navy-led Rim of the Pacific 2026…

The C-2 Greyhound made its final carrier landing at the end of June, capping off its mission as the Navy’s only carrier delivery passenger plane.

Low pay is the leading reason military child care providers leave their jobs, but even a $500 bonus could help retain them, research found.

What is the military balance of power in Yemen and the likelihood of confrontation between the government and Houthis?

A North Carolina Navy Veteran received a total roof replacement with the help of multiple organizations after contractors discovered that it was on the verge of collapse. The post Navy Veteran Receive…

Following 6 easy steps to a VA home loan can help make the process go more smoothly. Learn the DO’S and DON’TS of the fourth step: House Hunting

Mike Klein is running on a "Five Pillar" plan in The Sunshine State's 3rd Congressional District.

They were kicked out of the military for refusing to get the COVID vaccine. Now reinstatement is taking longer than they ever expected.

Widespread hormone replacement among troops could yield health and operational risks that outweigh benefits, former VA Secretary David Shulkin argues here.

BETA’s MV250 will use a hybrid-electric propulsion system developed in partnership with GE Aerospace and an autonomy stack supplied by Sikorsky for a wide range of military missions, according to comp…

The True Cost of the U.S. Military in South Korea    Center for International Policy

The military intelligence officer left the country after The Times reported that he was using the Aeroflot airline office in Tokyo to conduct espionage.

Dan Caporale, founder of Hire Our Heroes, says National Hire a Veteran Day now means matching veterans with careers, not just jobs.

Voters can submit names of veterans or active-duty soldiers they want to honor by dedicating their vote on their behalf.

Relying heavily on U.S. aid and protection, Jordan is unlikely to restrict the American military presence there, despite escalating Iranian airstrikes.

US military bases in Japan tap into country’s mascot culture    stripes.com

Veterinary Readiness Activity, Italy welcomes new commander    army.mil

The VA has slashed improper payments to private companies that provide medical care to veterans by 98% in the past five years, the GAO determined.

The Army organized what it called a “hackathon” to find new vendors that could help with the supply of 166 critical components causing readiness issues for the tank’s engine.

A VA team in Wisconsin, found that silencing a specific protein dramatically slows melanoma cell growth.

What changed between the 2023 and 2025 versions of the Richard Star Act to increase the projected cost so dramatically?

Tennessee state representative candidate Brian Stewart has addressed claims against his service, though not all are satisfied.

Learn about the VA Loan Modification Program in 2026, who qualifies, how it works, its impact on your credit, and options to avoid foreclosure.

The only enlisted barracks with individual rooms for Marines from the rank of E1 to E4 will be built in Japan, a Marine Corps official said. The post Enlisted Marines in the US will not be getting sin…

The guidelines require leadership to develop response plans and report cases, so prepare to drink more water, Marines.

Troops received an email informing them that they were rapidly depleting their AI tokens.

Fighter pilot retention is no longer simply a military personnel issue. It is a strategic imperative, writes congresswoman and Navy veteran Jen Kiggans.

From the archives: Air Force commanders during an activation ceremony at Aviano Air Base, 2016    stripes.com

Veterans and military families are speaking out against government shutdowns as another one may be around the corner.

The Marine Corps is revamping its water survival requirement with big changes that will impact all Marines. Here is what the new swim qual looks like.

Proposed rules would have US regulator block the entry of swarm-capable drones, mainly from China.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 4 officially locks down dates for its open beta, teasing what fans can expect in the anticipated event.

Multinational crews are flying on U.S. Navy P-8A Poseidon Maritime Patrol Aircraft for first time during Rim of the Pacific 2026 exercise. U.S. Navy P-8As from the “Fighting Tigers” of Patrol and Reco…

The tiltrotor aircraft caught fire Sunday while taking off from an airport in Mesa, Arizona, during a joint exercise.

"When those standards are not met and that trust is broken, we must take appropriate action," wrote the Wyoming Air National Guard's top officer about the firings. The post Two Air National Guard comm…

The number of TBI cases reported to the VA database grew by 26 percent between 2021 and 2025.

Boeing remains on track to deliver two new Air Force One jets in 2028, but meeting that target will require additional spending.

The mission has not succeeded in its core goals, and it’s using up military manpower and munitions at a time when the US is stretched on both, writes Daniel R. DePetris.

An illegal alien, released into the United States by the Biden administration and protected by the sanctuary state of California, is accused of murdering 71-year-old U.S. Army and U.S. Air Force veter…

Sgt. Michael Emmanuel Swinton, of Fayetteville, will receive a Bronze Star, Purple Heart and Combat Action Badge.

Justin Elrod was an Army officer in two war zones. His family asks that donations in his memory go to the Wounded Warrior Project.