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The Debate Over Israel Aid Is Coming. Congress Wants To Future-Proof the Relationship First.

The Israeli government is willing to phase out U.S. financial grants. But Mike Rogers and Tom Cotton want to lock in other forms of aid—without a debate in Congress.

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‘Meritocracy Reigns Supreme’: Chaos Ensues at the War Department After Officials Confirm Seven Navy Careers Have Been Suddenly Derailed

Hegseth claims he’s correcting years of “gender and demographic engineering” that undermined military effectiveness.

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NDAA mark unveiled by House Armed Services Committee chairman

The House Armed Services Committee chairman released on Tuesday a proposed $1.15 trillion fiscal 2027 National Defense Authorization Act that emphasizes bolstering America’s defense industry. The so-called chairman’s mark from Rep. Mike D. Rogers, R-Ala., would authorize almost $1.15 trillion for the base-budget part of President Donald Trump’s record $1.5…

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Seth Moulton just called Trump’s war secretary a Nazi war criminal and invoked a chilling WWII precedent

Rep. Seth Moulton just accused Secretary of War Pete Hegseth of committing war crimes. He drew a direct line between his recent military actions and Nazi officers executed after World War II.

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Pete Hegseth’s second Capitol Hill hearing interrupted by anti-war protester

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is back on Capitol Hill for his second day of grilling regarding his handling of the Iran war, with senators getting their first opportunity to question him on Thursday. Hegseth previously endured a nearly six-hour House Armed Services Committee hearing, where he was pressed by Democrats…

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Pete Hegseth Fury: Defence Secretary Accuses Ousted Generals of Ruining Military in Heated House Hearing

Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth defends his decision to overhaul military leadership, citing alignment with strategic priorities.

International Business Times UK

The moments when Hegseth lost his nerve during Congress questions on the Iran war

The war has cost $25 billion so far, according to Pentagon numbers presented to the House Armed Services Committee during the contentious hearing

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Trump Begins Laying Groundwork To 'Blame' Hegseth For The War Crimes

Trump has publicly defended Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth amid allegations he ordered follow-on strikes that killed survivors. Congressional committees and legal advocates are now seeking documents and testimony to determine whether the strikes violated US or international law.

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Draft House NDAA demands details on Trump’s Golden Dome - Roll Call

Pentagon would be required to provide answers about how DOD intends to realize the president’s proposed antimissile shield over America.

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Democrats call for halt of military academy book purge - Roll Call

Two members of the House Armed Services Committee reached out to service academies amid concerns over the removal of books from libraries.

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Panel pitches NDAA plan to improve troops’ quality of life - Roll Call

A bipartisan House Armed Services Committee panel issued a report with 31 recommendations to improve the lives of military families.

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Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin Faces Tough Questions In Testimony

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin faces questioning over lack of communication regarding his prostate cancer treatment before House Armed Services Committee.

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Photos of the week ending November 17, 2023 - Roll Call

A parade and the Santos ethics report dropped before Congress left town. CQ Roll Call photojournalists were there to capture the action.

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Congress turns attention to oversight of Ukraine aid - Roll Call

House and Senate defense and spending panels will hold the first open hearings on Ukraine aid oversight since the war’s start.

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U.S. House unanimously votes to condemn China over its balloon surveillance

Concern by both parties over China’s balloon surveillance led to a 419-0 vote in the House of Representatives, denouncing the flight as a violation of U.S. sovereignty.

The Independent UK

US House votes to condemn China over balloon surveillance

House lawmakers vote unanimously to condemn the Beijing government for its balloon surveillance program

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Lawmakers ready to investigate Chinese spy balloon

WASHINGTON — Lawmakers returned to Washington this week eager to tackle outstanding questions about a Chinese spy balloon’s journey across the U.S. and what it means for the broader relationship between the U.S. and China.

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Lawmakers ready to investigate Chinese spy balloon - Roll Call

Republicans weigh whether to introduce a resolution condemning Chinese spying or the Biden administration’s response to the incursion.

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Lawmakers worry about weapons-makers’ ability to meet demand

WASHINGTON — U.S. lawmakers are sounding the alarm about challenges facing the U.S. defense industrial base as the war in Ukraine strains weapon supplies.

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Lawmakers worry about weapons-makers' ability to meet demand - Roll Call

Congress worries that defense contractors will not be able to meet surging demand for weapons as war drags on in Ukraine.

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Congress barely dents scourge of hunger in military

WASHINGTON — A recently enacted income supplement for low-ranking U.S. troops, put in place primarily to alleviate food insecurity in the ranks, will help fewer than 1% of the estimated scores of thousands of hungry U.S. military families, according to Pentagon figures.

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Congress barely dents scourge of hunger in military - Roll Call

Congress and the Pentagon have struggled to reduce hunger and food insecurity in the military, reaching only a fraction of those in need.

The Independent UK

House passes defense bill scrapping COVID vaccine mandate

A bill to rescind the COVID-19 vaccine mandate for members of the U.S. military has passed the House

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With thousands of hungry troops, DOD urges limited income hikes - Roll Call

With thousands of troops having trouble paying for food, lawmakers are pushing the Pentagon for bigger, targeted pay increases.

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Defense panels face big roster upheaval - Roll Call

Membership of key defense committees will change with Tuesday's midterm election, adding to the substantial turnover from retirements.

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