Drone swarms, automated convoy operations and an exoskeleton to lighten the load are on the horizon. The benefit is the new standard for operational deployment pay moving forward for the service, said Secretary of the Army Christine Wormuth. The top enlisted soldier at U.S. Army Forces Command says junior soldiers now have a voice in the Army's future. More than $670 million set aside for new VA outpatient clinics in 12 states is still waiting for final plans from the White House and Congress. The Army is boosting its recruiting goal after meeting its recruiting goals for the first time in several years. One-way tracers, airbursting grenades and enhanced training rounds for night combat are in the works. GM Defense has developed a technology demonstrator to show the Army what is possible for a new tactical vehicle with a diesel engine and electric power. Army leaders take another stab at familiar objectives — culture change and acquisition reform. Several units in the Pacific — from Hawaii to Alaska — were chosen as part of Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George’s 'transformation in contact' push. Nearly 40 Guardsmen have received Purple Hearts for injuries sustained in the January drone attack, officials said. Load More