MARCH 6, 2026 - The Marine Corps is the nation's global response force, said Marine Corps Gen. Bradford J. Gering, assistant commandant of the Marine Corps, who, along with other service leaders, testified yesterday at a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing in Washington on joint force readiness. The Marine Corps' traditional role as a crisis response force is embodied by … [Read more...]
Air Force Ready for All Warfighting Challenges
MARCH 6, 2026 - The Air Force's lethality depends on the professionalism of airmen and the capability of their equipment, said Air Force Gen. John D. Lamontagne, Air Force vice chief of staff, who testified yesterday at a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing on joint force readiness in Washington. "Airmen are our most precious resource. The active-duty, Air National … [Read more...]
Army Unveils Project ARIA
MARCH 6, 2026 — The U.S. Army today announced the launch of Project ARIA, or Army Rapid Implementation of Artificial Intelligence, an Army initiative that harnesses AI to modernize Army operations and empower Soldiers. Project ARIA addresses critical Army challenges by partnering with leading technology companies to develop practical AI solutions that deliver real results … [Read more...]
Hegseth Says There’s No Shortage of American Will
MARCH 6, 2026 - Secretary of War Pete Hegseth said there is no shortage of American will, nor is there a shortage of materiel, when it comes to U.S. kinetic engagement against the Iranian terrorist regime during Operation Epic Fury. While providing an update on the conflict for the second time in as many days, and joined by the commander of U.S. Central Command, Navy Adm. … [Read more...]
Guard Trains in Norway’s Arctic Environment
MARCH 5, 2026 – One hundred Soldiers and Airmen from the Minnesota National Guard traveled to Norway for the 53rd Norwegian Reciprocal Troop Exchange, or NOREX, an annual exchange that strengthens their partnership with Norway in the Department of War National Guard Bureau State Partnership Program through rigorous cold-weather training alongside the Norwegian Home Guard, or … [Read more...]