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June 12

Protesters expected to converge on DC, neighboring cities ahead of Trump's military parade

Protesters plan to gather in Washington, D.C., and cities nationwide this weekend in response to a military parade celebrating the US Army's 250th anniversary.

June 11

'Don’t just wave the flag:' Military leaders, NFL execs, and veterans gather at Mount Vernon for Army’s 250th

Military leaders, veterans, and civic voices gather at Mount Vernon to mark Army’s 250th and launch a campaign urging Americans to serve their country.

June 7

US soldier killed in vehicle crash while training abroad, Army confirms

U.S. Army infantryman Sgt. Aaron Cox, 24, of Texas, was killed in Hungary in a training accident while serving with the 101st Airborne Division.

June 6

Army's historic horse-drawn funeral tradition returns from two-year hiatus after $28M overhaul

The U.S. Army’s Caisson Detachment returned to Arlington National Cemetery after two years. The ceremonial horse unit is used to transport veterans and service members to their final resting place.

June 3

Army surpasses fiscal 2025 recruiting goal 4 months ahead of schedule

The U.S. Army surpasses its fiscal year 2025 recruiting goal of 61,000 recruits, thanks to leadership and innovative strategies, with four months to spare.

May 30

Move over, Black Hawk: Army unveils the MV-75, tiltrotor aircraft to replace iconic assault chopper

The MV-75, a tiltrotor aircraft, will replace the Black Hawk, boosting the U.S. Army's rapid deployment and modernization efforts against strategic threats.

May 29

SENS WARREN, SHEEHY: Pentagon wastes billions with devastating repair rules. We’re working together to stop it

Soldiers in the field can't wait 207 days for contractors to fix equipment. Bipartisan support grows for plan that improves readiness and cuts defense costs.

May 26

Jewish war hero buried in Italy gets right headstone changed 80 years later

A Jewish World War II medic killed in action trying to save his comrades and buried beneath a cross had his headstone changed after 80-years-long mistake

May 23

Misplaced antenna caused military controllers to lose contact with Black Hawk near DCA: report

A temporary control tower error caused an Army helicopter to lose contact, prompting two commercial planes to perform go-arounds at DCA.

May 23

Army unveils new fitness test with tougher standards — could you pass it?

The U.S. Army introduces a new Army Fitness Test (AFT) emphasizing combat readiness and holistic fitness, replacing the previous ACFT with updated scoring standards.