The Alabama Republican, under pressure from his own party, agreed to drop his objections to the remaining 11 military nominees to four-star positions, allowing their swift confirmation.
Tag: United States Defense and Military Forces
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Judge Halts Removal of Confederate Memorial at Arlington National Cemetery
A federal judge issued an injunction temporarily halting work to remove the memorial as part of the military’s efforts to take down symbols commemorating the Confederacy.
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Austin Returns to Israel With a Tougher Message and Lessons Learned
The U.S. defense secretary has stressed both the Biden administration’s support for Israel and concerns about the rising Palestinian death toll.
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Congress Approves Sweeping New Protections for J.R.O.T.C. Cadets
After reports of sexual abuse and forced enrollment in the military’s high school programs, lawmakers passed significant new reforms.
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U.S. Military Returns to the Jungle, Training for Future Threats
Far from the deserts of the Middle East, the Army is instructing troops in Hawaii on the skills needed for a potential clash with China.