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What troops need to know about Basic Allowance for Housing in 2025

The military’s housing stipend, known as the Basic Allowance for Housing, increased by an average of 5.4% per person in January 2025.

Space Force will play ‘central role’ in Iron Dome, service chief says

The Space Force is evaluating what systems it already has in development to support President Trump's order and what capabilities it would need to build.

New director of Concerned Veterans for America aims for more influence

John Vick takes over the veterans advocacy group whose alumni include Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

Navy League urges rapid expansion of battle fleet for future wars

The nonprofit is asking lawmakers to bolster the Navy's fleet of battle force ships in preparation for long-term and large-scale wars.

VA leaders dismiss directors of offices for women, minority veterans

Officials said the staff changes are not part of larger efforts to eliminate diversity and inclusion programs from the department.

How Trump’s Air Force pick could elevate space priorities

Troy Meink's specialization in space could upend the priorities of a service typically dominated by Air Force interests.

Advocates reach deal with DOD on ‘don’t ask, don’t tell’ dismissals

The new deal could help tens of thousands of veterans previously kicked out of the ranks under the military's former 'don't ask, don't tell' policy.

Special ops leaders eye alarming levels of adversary collaboration

China, Russia, Iran and North Korea are all finding ways to antagonize U.S. efforts.

Opinion

Naval Academy ruling shows military strength depends on diversity

In this opinion piece, ACLU Senior Staff Attorney Leah Watson argues the U.S. Naval Academy should be allowed to consider race in its admissions.

Troops to get an average housing allowance boost of over 5% in 2025

The new rates take effect Jan. 1.