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June 14, 2024

US Navy faces most intense combat since WWII against Yemen's Iran-backed Houthi rebels, officials say

The U.S.-led campaign against Iran-backed Houthi rebels has turned into the most intense running sea battle the Navy has faced since World War II, officials say.

June 14, 2024

Veterans hike 100 miles from Maine to Massachusetts to raise PTSD awareness: ‘Changed my life’

Eleven veterans walked 100 miles from Maine to Massachusetts to raise awareness of PTSD through the Semper Fi & America's Fund. The group ended at Gillette Stadium after 6 days of hiking.

June 14, 2024

House passes $895B defense policy bill with 19.5% pay raise for junior troops

The House of Representatives passed its annual defense policy bill that includes a host of amendments related to DEI and transgender health care.

June 14, 2024

Japan stands firm on Osprey flights despite US restrictions, defense chief says

Japanese and American V-22 Ospreys are being safely operated in Japan. Defense Minister Minoru Kihara said Friday that he has no plans to request a flight suspension.

June 14, 2024

Here's what Russia's warships in Cuba are capable of

A former Navy rear admiral says the arrival of Russian naval ships in Cuba is a move the U.S. has previously seen from Russia, and the U.S. is prepared for the threat.

June 14, 2024

House to vote on defense bill authorizing military pay raises, DEI crackdown

The House is ready to vote on this year's annual defense policy bill that includes a massive overhaul for the quality of life for U.S. troops.

June 13, 2024

'Embarrassment:' White House blasted for opposing 19.5% pay hike for junior enlisted troops

Veterans on Duty chairman Jeremy Hunt joined "Fox & Friends" to discuss the White House opposing a pay hike for junior enlisted troops.

June 13, 2024

National Museum of the Marine Corps opens respite room

Maj. Gen. James Lukeman (Ret.) from Marine Corps Heritage Foundation on the importance of the respite room at the National Museum of the Marine Corps.

June 13, 2024

White House opposes increasing pay for troops

Veterans on Duty chairman Jeremy Hunt slams the Biden administration for opposing a proposed pay raise for junior enlisted troops as recruitment continues to lag.

June 13, 2024

Navy veteran running across America for organization that helps rescue and train service dogs

Navy veteran John Barnett discusses running across all 50 states for 'Paws of War' nonprofit organization