JULY 17, 2019 - Army Secretary Dr. Mark T. Esper told senators that he would continue to prioritize training, modernization, building alliances and partnerships and reforming the Pentagon if he's confirmed to serve as secretary of defense. Esper, President Donald J. Trump's nominee to assume the Pentagon's top post, testified at his Senate Armed Services Committee … [Read more...]
Archives for July 2019
Navy Modernizing the PCS Move Process
JULY 17, 2019 - Continuing efforts to improve the Permanent Change of Station (PCS) experience for Sailors and their families, the Navy is launching the MyPCS Mobile, July 17. “Sailors executing Active Duty PCS orders will immediately realize a better experience with MyPCS Mobile. We have heard the Sailor and family feedback, and are enhancing the PCS move process through … [Read more...]
Corps’ New Sniper Rifle Now Fully Operational
JULY 17, 2019 - Recon Marines and scout snipers now have a new weapon in their arsenal. The Mk13 Mod 7 Long Range Sniper Rifle is a bolt-action, precision-firing rifle that offers more accuracy and range than similar weapons of yesteryear. The system partially replaces the M40A6—the legacy system—and gives Marines increased lethality. In the second quarter of fiscal year … [Read more...]
Esper Nominated as Defense Secretary, Spencer Now Acting Secretary
JULY 16, 2019 - Navy Secretary Richard V. Spencer has become acting defense secretary, as the Senate has received the packet nominating Dr. Mark T. Esper to be the confirmed secretary of defense. Eric Chewning, the chief of staff to the defense secretary, said the transition from Esper to Spencer went smoothly. "There is only one secretary of defense, and that person is … [Read more...]
Exchange Shoppers Can Double the Savings During Back-to-School ‘Tax Holidays’
JULY 16, 2019 - At the Army & Air Force Exchange Service, every day is a tax holiday. While several states are offering back-to-school tax-free weekends, military shoppers can double up on the savings as the Exchange is offering an additional discount to match the local tax savings. Exchanges in the 16 states that are hosting tax holidays will offer a percentage off … [Read more...]