The White House plans to shutter a program that relocates Afghan nationals who are endangered because of their involvement with U.S. war efforts. The Pentagon directed service branches to cut the amount of money spent on moving troops and their families in half by fiscal 2030. The Marine Corps must take the lead on ensuring Maj. James Capers Jr. receives the MOH while he's still alive, the author of this op-ed argues. By David “Bull” Gurfein
3 weeks ago The U.S. military has been hurled into an unprecedented and dangerous role as a police force along the U.S.-Mexico border, the author of this op-ed argues. By Caroline Zier
3 weeks ago Rear Adm. Kevin Smith was relieved of his duties “due to a loss of confidence” based on a complaint substantiated by a Naval IG investigation. Suffering two broken legs and heavy bleeding, Capers continued fighting and directed his team in the counterattack. Troops will get more money reimbursed for moving their belongings themselves, according to a Pentagon memo. Retired Adm. Robert Burke is the most senior military member ever convicted of committing a federal crime while on active duty, according to reports. Rain or shine, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, guards watch over the national tribute to America’s unidentified and missing service members. Signaling that following the law of war is optional is fundamentally inconsistent with the inherent responsibility of command, the op-ed author argues. By Geoffrey S. Corn
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