Could be two years until women can train for elite combat
Women will be able to train for jobs in Army Ranger and Navy SEAL units under plans announced by the Pentagon.
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Defense cuts furloughs to 14 days, from 22
The Pentagon managed to get a little bit of a reprieve for its workers by cutting furloughs to 14 days from its originally-planned 22 days.
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Pentagon braces for budget cut hardship
With no lifelines in sight, the Defense Department has started preparing for the reality of 9.4% budget cuts kicking in next month by laying off up to 46,000 temporary workers.
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Pentagon laying off 46,000 employees
The Pentagon has begun laying off 46,000 contract and temporary civilian employees in an effort to cut back on military spending.
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Pentagon: Military suicides still on the rise
Despite extensive support and counseling programs, as many as 349 U.S. service members committed suicide last year.
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Pentagon releases official timeline of Benghazi attack
The release comes as the Obama administration is facing increasing questions over its response to the attack.
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After attack on U.S. drone, Iran backs right to defend territory
The Pentagon said two Iranian jets fired on an unmanned U.S. Air Force drone last week.
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Ex-Navy SEAL could face legal action over Bin Laden raid book
Retired Navy SEAL, John McGuire, said he thinks the Navy SEAL community is not happy about what they’ve heard so far.
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Pentagon will salute gay troops during Pride
For the first time ever, the Pentagon will host an event to salute gays in the military.
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Combat-related roles open to women in army
Starting Monday, the Pentagon will open more than 14,000 combat-related roles to women serving in the army.
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9-11 search and rescue dog getting treatment in Va.
One of the last living 9-11 rescue dogs, is finding help in Virginia, during her time of need.
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