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A CNN report suggests the Pentagon bought a device through a covert operation, with some investigators proposing links to Havana Syndrome–like illnesses amid ongoing inquiries.
Sen. Mark Kelly claims that the Pentagon's move to demote him and cut his retirement pay over a video urging service members to refuse illegal orders is an attempt to suppress his speech, which he views as politically motivated retaliation.
The Pentagon is considering demoting Senator Mark Kelly and reducing his pension over a video he co-released, which the department claims undermines military discipline. Kelly, a retired Navy captain, defends the video as protected political speech and criticizes the move as an attempt to intimidate him. The controversy involves questions about the limits of military authority over retired officers and members of Congress engaging in political speech.
The Pentagon is considering reducing Senator Mark Kelly's military retirement pay and has issued a censure for participating in a video urging service members to refuse illegal orders, prompting Kelly to vow to fight back against what he calls political intimidation.
The Pentagon plans to cut Senator Mark Kelly's military retirement pay and issue a formal censure over a video where he and other Congress members told service members they could refuse illegal orders, citing reckless misconduct and seditious behavior, with Kelly contesting the investigation and action.
In 2025, Congress, led by Republicans, made Trump's tax cuts permanent, increased military and immigration spending, repealed numerous regulations using the CRA, and weakened Senate minority power through rule changes, impacting economic and political dynamics in the US.
A top aide to Hegseth, Buria, who has a military background and has clashed with other Pentagon officials, has been promoted to chief of staff amid ongoing internal conflicts and a search for new leadership, with the White House and Pentagon expressing pride in their team.
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has authorized cash bonuses of up to $25,000 for the top 15% of civilian employees in the Defense Department to recognize their outstanding contributions, amid efforts to reshape and reduce the civilian workforce.
Secretary of War Pete Hegseth announced several Marine Corps officers' nominations for promotion to general and brigadier general, with assignments across various U.S. military commands, including the U.S. Southern Command and U.S. Indo-Pacific Command.
Kirsten Davies has been confirmed as the Pentagon's new Chief Information Officer, tasked with leading the Department of Defense's digital modernization efforts, including cybersecurity, AI integration, and IT enterprise overhaul, during a critical period of technological advancement.
The Trump administration plans to reallocate $2.6 billion in military housing funds to give $1,776 bonuses to service members, called 'warrior dividends,' in celebration of the nation's 1776 founding.
The Pentagon was aware of survivors after a September attack on a drug boat in the Caribbean but still conducted a second strike, leading to congressional investigations into the legality and decision-making behind the military actions, with key figures like Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth under scrutiny.
A Pentagon watchdog report found that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth risked U.S. forces' safety by sharing sensitive military information on the Signal app, but the Pentagon claims he was exonerated and no classified information was shared.
The Pentagon's inspector general found that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth violated policies and potentially endangered troops by sharing sensitive military details from Yemen in a private Signal chat, which included classified information marked 'SECRET//NOFORN'. The report suggests that if intercepted, this information could have compromised U.S. military operations and personnel safety. Hegseth has not publicly commented on the findings.
A Pentagon inspector general report concluded that Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth risked exposing sensitive information about a planned Yemen military strike by sharing it via Signal, which could have endangered U.S. troops, despite Hegseth's claims that the information was unclassified. The report highlights concerns over the handling of classified information and its potential security implications.