Lawmakers to Scrutinize Hegseth Strike-to-Kill Order
Republican-led committees in the US Senate and House want a full accounting from the Pentagon after a report revealed that DefSec Pete Hegseth gave an order to kill two survivors on an alleged drug boat that had been struck by a US missile.
New Policy Restricts Press Access at Pentagon
The Pentagon has unveiled new restrictions for reporters covering the Defense Department. Members of the media cannot publish information that has not been authorized by the administration, or they risk losing access to the building.
CH-53K Moving Toward Entry Into Service
The US Marine Corps’ CH-53K King Stallion program is preparing for its first deployment in 2025. The heavy lift helicopter recently also recently went through its second set of sea trials. The Corps continues to execute the transition from the CH-53E to the CH-53K and is on schedule to declare full operational capability in FY2029.
CIA to Arm Syrian Rebels, Senate Advances Defense Budget
Sexual assault, procurement, the JSF’s future and more details of DoD’s out years emerge as Senate finalizes its defense authorization bill this week.
