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Pressure mounts on Biden to leverage human rights laws on Israel aid

As the humanitarian crisis in Gaza mounts, a growing group of Democrats pushes Biden to apply human rights laws to Israel security assistance.

By Bryant Harris

11 months ago

U.S. Air Force Senior Airman Piketinal Alou, left, and Airman 1st Class Destiny Story, 502d Comptroller Squadron, hold positive messages of support at base gates during the morning inbound commute as part of their on-going initiative, “We Care,” at JBSA-Lackland, Texas, Sept. 16, 2022. They spent the morning at various gates letting each person know that the simple, yet powerful display allows for everyone to stand together in support of those struggling with depression and thoughts of suicide. (Thomas Coney/Air Force)

Lawmakers press for more outside help in stopping veteran suicides

Some want to expand a $174 million grant program which funds suicide prevention efforts run by community groups.

By Leo Shane III

13 months ago

US seeks to ramp up munitions production for Ukraine, Israel

Secretary Austin outlined U.S. production constraints and made the case to Congress for more funds to ramp up munitions production for Ukraine and Israel.

By Bryant Harris

14 months ago

Pentagon draws ire of lawmakers over war crimes evidence sharing

Much of the session was spent answering lawmakers’ questions about the Pentagon’s resistance to cooperating with the International Criminal Court.

By Zamone Perez

19 months ago

Beyond firsts: Female 4-stars discuss changes for women in service

In celebration of Women’s History Month, the nation’s top female military leaders met together Monday for a panel discussion.

By Jonathan Lehrfeld

22 months ago

Congress wants to arm Taiwan, but hasn’t figured out how to pay for it

Congress is poised to take up a massive policy that will include Taiwan security aid provisions, but the appropriations is an open question.

By Joe Gould and Bryant Harris

2 years ago