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The Latest Breaking News from the House Armed Services Committee

House Republicans Eye $150 Billion Hike In Pentagon Funding

The House Armed Services Committee is set to review its part of the Republicans' large policy package next week, once lawmakers return from their break. At that time, different committees will start working on their sections of the wide-ranging domestic legislation.

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Democrats call for halt of military academy book purge - Roll Call

Two members of the House Armed Services Committee reached out to service academies amid concerns over the removal of books from libraries.

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Trump fires chairman of Joint Chiefs as part of Pentagon shakeup - Roll Call

Trump fired the chairman of the Joint Chiefs, Air Force Gen. CQ Brown Jr., in favor of retired Air Force Lt. Gen. Dan "Razin" Caine.

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House voting on $895B defense bill with military pay raise, ban on transgender care for minors

National defense would see a 1% increase in spending this fiscal year under a Pentagon policy bill that provides for a double-digit pay raise for about half of the enlisted service members in the military

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Who is Pete Hegseth, the pro-Israel Fox News host picked to head Pentagon?

Trump nominates Hegseth, pro-Israel and Iran hawk, as the next defence secretary.

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US Space Force is launching more missions than ever. Lawmakers worry America's spaceports can't keep up

The House Armed Services Committee has raised concerns about whether Space Force's two main coastal ranges can keep up with rising launch demands.

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Draft NDAA seeks to cut housing costs for military families - Roll Call

The draft fiscal 2025 NDAA released by the House Armed Services Committee would increase the Pentagon's Basic Housing Allowance

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Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin To Testify Before House Armed Services Committee

Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin faces scrutiny over undisclosed hospital stay. Congressman Ronnie Jackson calls for Austin's resignation. President Biden's ...

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Congressman warns of Putin's intentions in Ukraine, calls for aid

Learn about the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine from Congressman Adam Smith, ranking member on the House Armed Services Committee, and understand th...

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Congresswoman Sherrill prioritizes national interest over political consequences

Democratic Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill discusses her commitment to serving the American people and prioritizing the best outcomes for the United States.

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White House issues new guidelines for Cabinet members' absence

Learn about the new guidelines set by the White House for Cabinet members who are unable to fulfill their duties, following Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin'...

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Lawmakers eager for Israel action hamstrung by House speaker impasse - Roll Call

The House is eager to show support for Israel following Hamas terrorist attacks. Without a speaker, there’s little action the House can take.

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US vice chair of Armed Services Committee promises 'resolute reaction' if Taiwan is attacked

A U.S. congressional delegation visiting Taiwan says the U.S. would act if the island was attacked and promised to resolve the $19 billion backlog in its defense purchases from the U.S. Rob Wittman, vice chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, said: “Know that any hostile unprovoked attack on Taiwan…

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House Republicans push through defense bill limiting abortion access and halting diversity efforts

The House has passed a sweeping defense bill that provides a pay raise for service members but strays from traditional military policy with Republicans add-ons blocking abortion coverage, diversity initiatives at the Pentagon and transgender care

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NDAA could address Pentagon’s ‘revolving door’

WASHINGTON — Lawmakers in both chambers are looking to rewrite the ethics and lobbying rules that affect Pentagon officials, retired brass, executives with U.S. defense contractors and even foreign governments.

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NDAA could address Pentagon's 'revolving door' - Roll Call

Warren's bill would impose stricter rules on former Defense Department officials who go to work for defense contractors.

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A fatal mistake: The truth behind a Marine Corps lie and broken promises

A mortar blast killed two Marines in Iraq almost 20 years ago. But families weren't told for years it was "friendly fire," a tragic accident, despite regulations. Some of the wounded were never told.

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Pat Schroeder, first woman on House Armed Services, dies at 82

Pat Schroeder, the first woman to serve on the House Armed Services Committee, died this week at the age of 82.

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