Central Command reports hundreds of Houthi fighters killed by US airstrikes
U.S. military has been blocking more than 800 targets since mid-March, with a campaign aimed at eliminating Houthi terrorists and restoring freedom of voyage in the Red Sea, according to an update from Central Command. Since the launch of “Operation Roughrider” on March 15, the US military has been running a “fierce and sustained campaign” […]
Army Blackhawk pilot in DC crash failed to heed flight instructor’s command 15 seconds before deadly collision: report
According to a new report, the Army Black Hawk pilot involved in Washington, D.C., did not take note of the flight instructor’s warning just 15 seconds before the fatal crash that killed 67 people in the plane crash crash. At the moment of the fatal crash on January 29th near Reagan International Airport, Colonel Rebecca […]
Army suspends Col. Sheyla Baez Ramirez after Trump, Vance, Hegseth vanish from command board
Fort McCoy commander was released from mission after the US Army Base failed to post photos of President Donald Trump, Vice President J.D. Vance and Secretary of Defense Pete Hegses on the wall. Colonel Sheila Baez Ramirez was stopped as arch-manager for the FT. McCoy from Wisconsin. “This suspension has nothing to do with fraud,” […]
Fight over Space Command HQ continues with new watchdog report
After a new report from the Pentagon Watchdog revealed uncertainty behind the scenes, the fight over the US Space Command headquarters revealed uncertainty when selecting a permanent spot, leaving some key questions unanswered. In a heavily compiled, 54-page report released Tuesday by the Department of Defense Inspector’s Office (IG), investigators found a break between then-Chief […]
McConnell warns US giving up military command of NATO would weaken alliance
Former Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) warned Thursday that if the US abandons its alliance's military leader for the first time in its 75-year history, the Trump administration would significantly weaken NATO. “Damping down American leadership will not strengthen NATO or the US interests. If you are serious about encouraging more capable European allies, […]
Lawmakers worry US will give up military command of NATO
Welcome to Hill's Defense & Natsec Newsletter {beacon} defense&National Security defense&National Security Big story Lawmakers are worried that we will abandon NATO's military command. Former Senate Republican leader Mitch McConnell (Ky.) was on Thursday The latest GOP councillor to warn The United States is separated from NATO military leaders. ©Greg Nash He is the […]
DOGE chain of command revealed in court filing, showing Musk is not the boss
The Doge's delegate administrator detailed that Elon Musk will not report to delegate Doge Chief, not an employee of the US Doge Services. “Elon Musk doesn't work for USDS. I won't report to him. He won't report to me. To my knowledge, he is a senior White House adviser,” Doge's representative administrator, Amy Gleason, wrote […]
Duffy says SpaceX workers will visit Air Traffic Control System Command Center
SpaceX workers will visit the air traffic control system command center on Monday, Transport Secretary Sean Duffy said in X's Sunday post. “America deserves safe and cutting-edge air travel. President Trump ordered that we provide a new world-class air traffic control system that will make the world's vy hope,” declared Duffy, who said he I […]
IDF Chief of Staff, Southern Command General Resign over October 7
Israel Defense Forces (IDF) Chief of Staff Helj Halevi resigned on Tuesday, citing the military's failure to predict the Hamas terrorist attack on October 7, 2023. Maj. Gen. Yaron Finkelman, who heads IDF Southern Command, also announced his intention to resign. The resignations came days after a ceasefire and hostage arrangement took effect between Israel […]
Report: LAFD Command Underutilized Resources During Critical Early Hours Of Palisades Fire
The front door of Leticia Halliday's home destroyed by the Palisades fire is seen on January 14, 2025 in Pacific Palisades, California. Strong winds expected later on January 14th threaten to ignite massive fires that are still burning around Los Angeles, killing at least 25 people and shaking the city in a tragedy. (Photo by […]