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From Ukraine to debt ceiling, it’s a balancing act to pass FY24 budget
The debt ceiling debate could complicate Congress' attempt to pass a defense budget and additional Ukraine emergency spending.
After pressure, Trump orders flags lowered to honor John McCain
The White House had come under intense criticism Monday for disrespecting McCain, who fought with the president on a host of issues.
Veterans groups furious with White House over ‘disrespect’ following John McCain’s death
Federal buildings flew flags at half staff for two days to honor the memory of the former senator and Navy veteran.
Political leaders react to John McCain’s death
The former prisoner of war and longtime Arizona senator passed away Saturday at the age of 81.
Remembering John McCain, Navy veteran and US lawmaker
Arizona Sen. John McCain, a former prisoner of war in Vietnam who became one of the nation’s most prominent defense policy voices, passed away Saturday at the age of 81.
By Defense News staff
John McCain — war hero, political giant — dies at 81
John McCain, the onetime Navy pilot and longtime lawmaker, was among the best known veterans in America, and has arguably been the most influential and consistent military advocate for the Republican Party over the last three decades.
McCain opts to end medical treatment for his brain cancer
The longtime Arizona senator and Navy veteran has been battling brain cancer since last year.
Trump signals he may ignore Russia provisions in defense bill he just signed
U.S. President Donald Trump said in a statement he reserves the right to ignore the defense authorization law’s ban on U.S. recognition of Russian sovereignty over Crimea, among 50 other provisions.
By Joe Gould
Space Force and midterms share stage as Trump signs Pentagon policy bill
President Donald Trump signed the annual defense policy bill at the Army’s Fort Drum, turning the $716 billion budget package into law.
By Joe Gould