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US Monitoring Russia's Updated Nuclear Doctrine

The US responds to Russia's updated nuclear doctrine, expressing vigilance but no immediate changes to US nuclear posture.

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US Military Spends Wild Amount On Plastic Soap Dispenser, Overshadowing Infamous $10K Toilet Seat Cover

The Air Force bought soap dispensers for an aircraft bathroom at almost 8,000% of their going rate, prompting criticism from the Pentagon.

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US Military Spends Wild Amount of Money on Plastic Soap Dispenser, Overshadowing Infamous $10K Toilet Seat Cover

The Air Force bought soap dispensers for an aircraft bathroom at almost 8000% of their going rate, prompting criticism from the Pentagon after a series of unruly purchases.

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In rare move, Pentagon denies falsehood about troops allowed to use force during election

In a rare move, the Pentagon is strongly pushing back against misinformation spread on social media that falsely suggests U.S. troops have been authorized to use force against American citizens during the election

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Defense spending bills see another surge in unrequested items - Roll Call

House and Senate appropriators want $38 billion in fiscal 2025 defense spending that the White House didn't request.

Roll Call

Defense Department To Provide Additional Military Support For Secret Service

Secretary of Defense approves military support for Secret Service to protect presidential candidates during 2024 election campaigns.

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'Original sin': Torture of 9/11 suspects means even without plea deal, they may never face a verdict

A Defense Department disagreement over how to bring to justice the accused mastermind of the 9/11 attacks and four others has thrown the cases into disarray

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US Defense Department Enhancing Arctic Presence Against China, Russia

Pentagon's strategy emphasizes Arctic investments to counter China and Russia amid rapid warming.

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Lawmakers request review of two defense industry acquisitions - Roll Call

Three liberal lawmakers ask for additional scrutiny of TransDigm acquisition amid pricing concerns for spare parts for the Pentagon.

Roll Call

Trump-led Pentagon ran anti-vax campaign

Under former President Donald Trump, the Defense Department promoted misinformation about vaccines

Salon

Whistleblower: Microsoft left US at risk

Russian hackers used the weakness to breach the National Nuclear Security Administration and others

Salon

GOP’s fiscal 2025 spending bills heavy on climate change riders - Roll Call

The first set of House appropriations bills target Biden’s climate agenda, to the chagrin of Democrats and environmental groups.

Roll Call

After downsizing health care for years, Pentagon says medical readiness was a casualty

Former combat surgeons warn it won't be easy to restore medical readiness to where it was during the last war, much less where is needs to be for the next one.

WEKU

Pentagon Official At NATO Summit Shows Havana Syndrome Symptoms

Defense official at NATO summit in Lithuania experiences Havana syndrome symptoms. Investigations ongoing into the mysterious ailment.

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Three US service members killed in drone attack in Jordan

Defense Department Press Secretary Major General Pat Ryder discusses the recent attack and the Defense Department's focus on protecting forces and ensuring...

The Independent UK

US failed to track more than $1bn in military gear given to Ukraine, says Pentagon watchdog

Biden administration officials stress there’s no evidence that the weapons given to Ukraine had been stolen

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Blowback over Defense Secretary's hospitalization sparks shock and anger

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin's secret hospitalization raises concerns in Washington. Shock and anger spread as the Pentagon and White House remain in the...

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Houthi attacks disrupt Red Sea shipping; Pentagon criticized for lack of transparency

Houthi attacks in the Red Sea are disrupting international shipping routes, prompting calls for stronger action. Concerns rise over transparency at the Pen...

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Retired Colonel accuses Army officials of lying about Capitol attack

In this interview, Colonel Earl Matthews accuses top Army officials of lying about the response to the January 6th Capitol attack, highlighting the need fo...

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Key US fund for Ukraine about to be ‘exhausted’ - Roll Call

A Pentagon fund for buying Ukraine new weapons and replacing U.S. arms sent there is about to be emptied, the Pentagon comptroller said.

The Conversation

Tuberville ends holdout on most high-ranking military nominations

After holding up the promotions or new assignments of several hundred senior officers for nearly a year, U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville relented to pressure from both GOP and Democratic Senate members and ended most of his campaign against a military policy on abortion.

Roll Call

Members want $26 billion for programs the Pentagon didn’t seek - Roll Call

Add-ons being sought by members of Congress are often requested by contractors, universities or a far-flung Defense outpost.

Roll Call

Fight against 'price gouging' on military parts heats up - Roll Call

Elizabeth Warren and John Garamendi step up their campaign to curb what they call widespread “price gouging” in contracts for military parts.

Salon

Biden backs Israel's hospital denial

Biden cited "data I was shown by my Defense Department" to back Israel's denial that it hit Al-Ahli Arabi hospital

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Congress made $80 billion-plus in changes to defense budget - Roll Call

Congress shifted a big chunk of the Pentagon's fiscal 2023 budget to reflect lawmakers' priorities, sometimes with little oversight.

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