Pentagon chief Jim Mattis claimed he was ‘shocked’ by the state of the US military’s readiness, blaming legal budget caps and the grind of 16 years of constant war. The defense secretary also warned the House Armed Services Committee that North Korea has become the most urgent threat to peace and security, and said – … Read more
The Pentagon under President Donald Trump is experiencing greater freedom to run wars without seeking White House approval. Many in the military appreciate this increased autonomy, but critics charge it could raise civilian death rates, puts the lives of US troops at greater risk and leads to a lack of oversight of America’s conflicts. Nowhere … Read more
The Pentagon under President Donald Trump is enjoying greater freedom to run its wars the way it wants — and not constantly seek White House approval on important decisions. Many in the military appreciate this increased autonomy, but critics charge it is raising civilian death rates, puts the lives of US troops at greater risk … Read more
The US Defense Department is investigating allegations that Marines distributed nude pictures of female service personnel taken without their knowledge, officials said Monday. The explicit photos, shared on a secret Facebook page which has since been taken down, reportedly showed female Marines and other women in various states of undress. Posts on the website, called … Read more