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Controversial military personnel nominee faces Senate panel this week

Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of May 5, 2025.

Defense Department designates second military zone on southern border

Troops are authorized to take custody of migrants who illegally cross the border within the zone until they are transferred to civilian authorities.

Navy relieves commander of New Hampshire Reserve center

Cmdr. Joseph Dearing was relieved as NRC Manchester CO “due to a loss of confidence in his ability to command,” the Navy said.

Army plans for Trump birthday parade include 6,600 troops: Report

Plans for a potential military parade on President Trump’s birthday call for more than 6,600 soldiers, at least 150 vehicles and 50 helicopters.

Opinion

Ditching the standing power throw strengthens the Army fitness test

The removal of the standing power throw from the ACFT represents a smarter, more combat-relevant assessment of soldiers, the authors of this op-ed argue.

Service leaders laud quality-of-life improvements, but concerns linger

Officials worry that planned Defense Department civilian workforce cuts could hurt base services and military family support.

Top Marine calls for affordable, lethal and autonomous systems

The service wants a constant Marine Expeditionary Unit presence on the high seas.

Military sexual assault reports decreased 4% last fiscal year

Officials said they are encouraged by the drop in reports of sexual violence but warned the problem still poses a threat to force readiness.

The Heart of TAPS Good Grief Camp

The annual Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors (TAPS) Good Grief Camp is held for surviving adults over Memorial Day weekend in Arlington, Virginia.

Healing in the Heartland: USAF Vets Bring Healing to Military Families

Holbrook Farms has quietly become a sanctuary for surviving military spouses and family members.