SEPTEMBER 30, 2023 - Recent reports in the private media have detailed conditions in the barracks which house single service members. Included in those reports are revelations of exposed raw sewage, extensive mold and other non-functioning systems such as HVAC and fire detection. On Capitol Hill Wednesday leaders of the military services responsible for maintaining those … [Read more...]
Archives for September 2023
Veterans Field Guide to Government Shutdown
SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 - As of now it is unclear whether a shutdown would occur, but if it does - this is how it would affect VA's customers. Please let everyone know, or share on your channels. Services to Veterans Not Impacted: Veteran health care is not impacted. VA Medical Centers, Outpatient Clinics, and Vet Centers will be open. VA benefits will continue to be … [Read more...]
AI Security Center to Open at National Security Agency
SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 - National Security Agency Director Army Gen. Paul M. Nakasone today announced the creation of a new entity to oversee the development and integration of artificial intelligence capabilities within U.S. national security systems. The AI Security Center will become the focal point for developing best practices, evaluation methodology and risk frameworks … [Read more...]
Soldiers Maintain Their Own Training and Readiness
SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 - Each year, U.S. Army Southern European Task Force, Africa (SETAF-AF) engages in hundreds of theater security cooperation activities, events and exercises in Africa. These initiatives encompass a wide spectrum of training activities across various warfighting domains, reinforcing partner capabilities and fostering improved interoperability. In order to … [Read more...]
U.S. Military Departments Implement Brandon Act
SEPTEMBER 29, 2023 - The three military departments have officially implemented phase one of the Brandon Act with their own policies and procedures to initiate support to service members’ request for mental health assistance. The Brandon Act was signed into law by President Biden on Dec. 27, 2021, as part of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2022. The … [Read more...]