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US Navy sailor detained in Venezuela, Pentagon says
The enlisted sailor was detained last week by Venezuelan law enforcement, two defense officials said.
By Tara Copp, AP
Bill to expand cannabis research for vets’ pain fails in Senate
The proposal had bipartisan support earlier this year but was blocked by Republican senators on Wednesday.
Lawmakers move to block VA’s plans to resume health records rollout
Work on the project is scheduled to restart in June, but members of Congress worry that fixes still need to be made.
VA plans to deploy new health records to more sites in June
The program has been delayed since last fall because of problems with software reliability and staff training.
Health chief concerned by reports of improper surgeries at Kansas VA
ProPublica detailed cases of doctors overusing expensive medical devices to help boost corporate profits.
Democrats scuttle debate over ‘woke’ military policies ... for now
Next year's Republican-controlled House is expected to focus on concerns over diversity policies within the Defense Department.
Hawaii gun permit ruling sides with ‘homesick’ Navy officer
Hawaii cannot deny a firearms permit simply because someone has sought counseling, a judge has ruled.
How a 12-year-old tricked the Navy into letting him fight in WWII
Calvin Graham enlisted at 12 but was discharged when his real age was discovered.
By Sarah Sicard