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House members push senators to back better pay for junior enlisted

In a letter to Senate leaders, House lawmakers said the military must enact more quality-of-life reforms to ensure the health of troops and their families.

By Leo Shane III

7 weeks ago

Troops in remote barracks lack free Wi-Fi. That’s about to change.

The initiative is part of a broader Defense Department effort to improve troops' quality of life.

8 weeks ago

Opinion

Navy’s recruitment strategy should inspire other branches to act

U.S. Rep. Tony Gonzales argues all military branches should open recruitment to those without high school diplomas or GEDs in this op-ed.

By Rep. Tony Gonzales

4 months ago

Meal, Ready-to-Bulk? Pentagon urged to add creatine to MREs

The gains-based recommendation will now await a Senate decision in order to become law.

By Riley Ceder and J.D. Simkins

6 months ago

Bill would expand military death benefits for families of ROTC cadets

It would also expand Servicemembers’ Group Life Insurance for those in the Delayed Entry Program.

By Jonathan Lehrfeld

6 months ago

Junior enlisted to get 20% pay bump, E5s get 13% more under House plan

House lawmakers are looking to overhaul the military's pay tables next year to dramatically boost junior enlisted pay.

By Leo Shane III

8 months ago