Jun 05 U.S. Armed Forces color guard to march in gay pride parade By Colleen Shalby For the first time in American history, the U.S. Armed Forces color guard will march in a gay pride parade. The 39th annual Capital Pride parade in Washington, D.C., is likely to attract 150,000 spectators. While there's never been… Continue reading
Jun 05 Pentagon reports show China's military strength is growing By Associated Press China shows growing capability to project military power beyond its shores, the Defense Department said. In an annual report to Congress, the Pentagon said China is developing and testing new types of missiles, expanding the reach of its navy and… Continue reading
Jun 04 Hagel: Rush to judgment that Bergdahl deserted 'unfair' By Lolita C. Baldor, Associated Press U.S. Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel said Wednesday it is unfair to the family of released captive Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl to leap to conclusions about his behavior in uniform. "We don't do that in the United States," Hagel told reporters at… Continue reading
Jun 03 Watch Obama stands behind Bergdahl swap despite questions surrounding capture By PBS News Hour Continue watching
Jun 03 Watch Army will seek Bergdahl's motivation as rumors of desertion swirl around disappearance By PBS News Hour Continue watching
Jun 03 New bill would allow veterans to seek health care outside VA By Ariel Min Four Republican senators, led by John McCain (R-AZ), introduced the Veterans Choice Act -- a new bill aimed at providing better health care to veterans across the country as well as increasing accountability and transparency at the Department of Veterans… Continue reading
Jun 03 Obama plans to boost U.S. military presence in Europe By Nedra Pickler, Associated Press The United States is preparing to boost its military presence in Europe and at a cost of up to $1 billion, President Barack Obama said Tuesday, as tensions in the region simmer over Russia's aggressive actions in Ukraine. Standing with… Continue reading
Jun 02 How does Bowe Bergdahl reintegrate after five years in captivity? By Larisa Epatko Army Sgt. Bowe Bergdahl, who was released Saturday after five years of captivity in Afghanistan, faces many challenges but being welcomed back by a loving family won’t be one of them. Continue reading
May 30 Watch Shinseki resigns, criticizing 'systemic' failures of VA health care system By PBS News Hour Continue watching
May 30 What will the next Veterans Affairs chief need to do? By Larisa Epatko President Obama on Friday accepted the resignation of Veterans Affairs Secretary Eric Shinseki, after a series of scandals regarding health care of veterans came to light. What does Shinseki’s resignation mean for the agency and what will his successor need… Continue reading