Delays in military promotions and confirmations are the result of the administration’s violation of the Hyde Amendment. The Senate Armed Services Committee held a confirmation hearing this week…
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Military Suicide Rates Rose in 1st Quarter of 2023
Highest quarterly rate since quarter 2 of 2021. The Defense Suicide Prevention Office reported that suicides among active-duty military personnel increased to 94 in the first quarter of…
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U.S. Navy Reverses Plan for 6-Day Work Week for Recruiters
The military branch is reassessing its recruitment strategies after negative feedback. The U.S. Navy has reversed its plan to impose a six-day workweek on recruiters after facing criticism.…
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Army Helicopter Fleet Grounded for Safety
Pilots ordered to stand down until they attend mandatory safety training. The U.S. Army recently announced that its pilots will be required to complete a safety-training program, and…
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DoD Releases 2022 Freedom of Navigation Report
Tracks annual efforts to identify and challenge unlawful maritime claims. The Department of Defense (DoD) released its annual Freedom of Navigation Report this month, tracking its boundary-testing operations…
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Offshore Wind Proposal Competes with Military Training Facilities
Defense Department reports a “large portion” of potential wind lease areas conflict with operations. The Department of Defense released its completed assessment this week of offshore wind lease…
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U.S. Military Members Sue 3M for Defective Military Earplugs
The suits challenge the company’s filing for bankruptcy to escape litigations. 3M made millions of military-grade earplugs through their subsidiary company Aearo Technologies, which were used routinely by…
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Marine Corps Launches New Information Command
The commander of USMC cyberspace and space commands will head the intel force. The Marine Corps has announced the creation of a new two-star command, the Marine Corps…
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Defense Department Asks for Family Program Input
First survey about the program that supports special needs family members. The Department of Defense announced last week that they will be conducting a survey of those enrolled…
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Pentagon Gives Update on Hawaii Fuel Facility Closure
The closure process is likely to take another three years. Pentagon Press Secretary Brigadier General Pat Ryder recently shared the Pentagon’s progress on closing the Red Hill Bulk…
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