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Harris, Trump trade barbs over Afghanistan and Ukraine during debate
Both presidential candidates accused the other of endangering national security with questionable military policies.
Border standoff peaks between Texas Guard and the federal government
A park on the Rio Grande is the new focus of a long battle over border enforcement that’s reached the U.S. Supreme Court.
By Uriel J. García, The Texas Tribune
Senate shifts to new Ukraine funding with U.S. budget still in flux
Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of Jan. 22, 2024.
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.
US military academies focus on oaths and loyalty to Constitution
The service academies are trying to update how they teach future officers to navigate the country’s political polarization.
By Gary Fields, AP
Feds say Texas Guard is blocking Border Patrol from part of the border
The Justice Department says agents can’t access 2.5 miles of the border and a boat ramp in Eagle Pass.
By Uriel J. García, The Texas Tribune
Criticism swirls over defense secretary’s hushed-up hospitalization
Former President Donald Trump called Austin's lack of communication over his medical issues a fireable offense.
Defense, vets issues will factor in 2024 presidential race
Military and veterans policies will play a role in the debate over who should serve as commander-in-chief.
The military’s federal border mission set to continue into 2024
Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin in June extended the mission through September 2024.
Arizona governor sends National Guard to the border
Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs issued an executive order deploying the state’s National Guard to the border with Mexico.
By Gloria Rebecca Gomez, The Arizona Mirror
Texas Guard’s Operation Lone Star to continue beyond 2024 election
Military Times obtained an internal planning document confirming the move.
By Davis Winkie