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US defense secretary in Japan reaffirms alliance amid regional threats
The Pentagon chief also stressed trilateral cooperation with Tokyo and Seoul is crucial for regional stability even as South Korea is in political turmoil.
Army cyber officials retaliated against whistleblowing staff: report
A Defense Department IG report recommends the civilian employee be reinstated with backpay.
Fatal drone attack similar to recent incidents in Iraq and Syria
Three U.S troops were killed and at least another 40 were wounded in Sunday's attack on the Tower 22 base.
White House medical unit handed out pills to ineligible patients
A Pentagon watchdog found "severe and systemic" problems with the unit’s internal controls on medication, among other issues.
Senators question legality of Biden’s Houthi strikes in Yemen
Some lawmakers argue Biden needs congressional authorization to strike Yemen's Houthis amid reports the White House is planning a months-long campaign.
$50M+ improperly spent on DOD credit cards during COVID pandemic
In one instance, funds were spent to investigate a sinkhole, according to a recent Defense Department Inspector General report.
Congress passes third stopgap funding bill instead of full FY24 budget
Congress passed a third stopgap funding bill as it races to pass a full FY24 defense budget to avoid a year-long CR that would disrupt Pentagon operation.
Pressure mounts on Biden to leverage human rights laws on Israel aid
As the humanitarian crisis in Gaza mounts, a growing group of Democrats pushes Biden to apply human rights laws to Israel security assistance.
Pentagon to install rooftop solar panels as part of clean energy plan
The Pentagon is one of 31 government sites receiving grants as part of a Biden administration plan to promote energy conservation and clean energy.
Austin released from hospital after cancer surgery complications
The defense secretary left the hospital Monday.
By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press and Tara Copp, AP