MARCH 20, 2026 - With soon to be two near-peer nuclear-armed competitors to deter, the U.S. must upgrade its nuclear forces, which serve as a backdrop to conventional capabilities that must also be robust, War Department leaders told lawmakers March 17. "U.S. strategy is at a critical inflection point," said Robert Kadlec, assistant secretary of war for nuclear deterrence, … [Read more...]
377 Airmen Discharged for Declining COVID Shot
MARCH 20, 2026 - The Department of the Air Force recently conducted a proactive review and upgrade of personnel records, identifying 377 who were involuntarily discharged solely for declining the COVID-19 vaccination. This effort ensured individuals who met the eligibility requirements now receive the full amount of post-service benefits, such as a VA home loan and the … [Read more...]
Hegseth Draws Distinction Between Epic Fury, Previous Conflicts
MARCH 19, 2026 - During a Pentagon briefing today on Operation Epic Fury, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said the current conflict with Iran differs from the long wars in Iraq and Afghanistan. "[Some people] want you [the American people] to think, just 19 days into this conflict, that we're somehow spinning toward an endless abyss, or a 'forever war,' or a quagmire. Nothing … [Read more...]
French and German Air Transport Squadron Moves Marines
MARCH 19, 2026 - In a historic demonstration of NATO’s expanding capabilities, a rifle company of U.S. Marines were airlifted in the Arctic Circle by a unique, jointly operated, French and German air transport squadron, March 11, marking the first time the squadron has ever transported United States Marines. The airlift was a combined effort. Two German-operated KC-130J … [Read more...]
Community Called to Honor Fallen Soldier
MARCH 19, 2026 - The Fort Knox and Hardin County communities are invited to honor Staff Sgt. Benjamin Pennington, a Fort Carson Soldier and Glendale, Kentucky native, as he makes his final journey home. He was posthumously promoted to the rank of Staff Sergeant. Staff Sgt. Pennington made the ultimate sacrifice while deployed in Saudi Arabia. On Friday, March 20, at 1 p.m., … [Read more...]