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Better pay for junior troops will be top focus of new House panel

The lawmaker leading the work said he hopes to propose major changes to military pay in early 2024.

By Leo Shane III

5 days ago

The Capitol in Washington, D.C., is seen Nov. 4, 2022.

Armed Services committee adds 11 members, quality of life panel

Eleven new Republican lawmakers were named to the influential panel, joining 20 returning GOP members from last session.

By Leo Shane III and Bryant Harris

10 days ago

What a GOP win in November would mean for defense policy, Ukraine aid

A poll released Oct. 24 found that only 29% of Republicans believe the U.S. has a responsibility to defend Ukraine against Russia.

By Leo Shane III and Bryant Harris

3 months ago

House panel to hold private Ligado call with FCC and defense officials

Unlike a May 6 public hearing from the Senate Armed Services Committee, this briefing will feature representatives from the Federal Communications Commission.

By Aaron Mehta and Joe Gould

3 years ago

Lawmakers demand information from FCC on Ligado fight

Thirteen Democrats and nine Republicans have teamed up to ask for information from the FCC.

By Aaron Mehta

3 years ago

House panel advances $733B defense budget bill over GOP objections

In a break with tradition, most Republicans on the panel opposed the measure over concerns about funding totals.

By Leo Shane III and Joe Gould

4 years ago