Ideas
Want More Innovation? Get Out of Your Office and Talk to People
Advice from a former leader of the U.S. Army’s Rapid Equipping Force.
Policy
Over-Classification Undermines Democracy, US Intelligence Director Says
The investigations into handling of sensitive documents by former presidents and vice presidents have brought problems with the classification system back into the spotlight.
Policy
Military Must Recruit More Women, Immigrants for the Future Force, Experts Say
At symposium on building the all-volunteer force of 2040, panelists push back on criticism of diversity initiatives.
Policy
Army Special Operators Seek to Reduce Suicide with ‘Bottom-Led’ Approach
Units have been ordered to develop anti-suicide efforts based on the USASOC's new strategy.
Policy
New Parental Leave Policy Could Help Retention, Recruiting
Mandated change gives 12 weeks’ leave to all new parents.
Defense Systems
Army Debuts Improved Smartphone-Friendly Pay System
Starting Jan. 17, more than 1 million soldiers will be able to try out the new, more automated HR system.
Policy
Pentagon Rescinds COVID-Vaccine Mandate
The move was required by the 2023 defense policy bill. Troops who were ejected for refusing the vaccine may petition for a change in their discharge status.
Policy
Pentagon Scrambles to Prep New COVID Rules as Vaccine Mandate Nears End
Vaccine-refusal separations are on hold as DOD develops “further guidance.”
Special Report
Policy
‘Broken Culture’ Keeps Troops at Risk of Sexual Assault, Advocates Say
They wonder whether real change is possible before today’s leaders age out and leave.
Policy
Woke-ism ‘Not a Factor’ in the Marine Corps, Commandant Says
“I don’t see it. I don’t hear it. They’re not talking about it,” Gen. David Berger said at the Reagan National Defense Forum.
Special Report
Policy
It’ll Be ‘Years’ Before the Pentagon Fully Implements Changes to Handling Sexual Assaults
Congress has directed several major changes to the way the military handles sexual assault. Officials say full implementation remains several years away.
Special Report
Policy
After a Spike in Sexual Assaults on Troops, Is Real Change on the Way?
The 2023 defense policy bill will close a prosecutorial loophole that advocates say has been preventing justice for victims of rape, harassment, and other crimes.
Policy
The Defense Department Finally Has a Permanent Watchdog
“I shall continue to be true to the principle of nonpartisanship that is a hallmark of the IG system,” Robert Storch said during his confirmation hearing.
Policy
Recruiting Crisis? Not at Space Force
The youngest and smallest service says it pays to be both choosy and inclusive.
Policy
Is the Army Misplacing the Blame for Its Recruiting Crisis?
At least two of its oft-cited reasons are “red herrings,” experts say.
Defense Systems
The Pentagon’s Lead Intelligence Agency Has an HR Problem
Too few human-resources staffers means a constant struggle to keep up with basic personnel record-keeping and more.
Ideas
I’m Thankful for American Troops – All of Them
The right-wing war on American LGBTQ+ troops and diversity in the military is getting worse. Maybe it’s time Pentagon leaders defend their own.
Policy