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SF LGBT
fromAdvocate.com
3 days ago

Lawyers ask judge to certify case to protect all trans troops affected by Trump military ban

Transgender service members are pursuing a nationwide class action against Trump's military ban to ensure broad legal protection for all affected individuals.
Right-wing politics
fromTruthout
6 days ago

Trump's Extreme Use of Military Is Stirring a Crisis of Conscience Among Troops

Growing numbers of servicemembers oppose U.S. military actions under Trump, particularly the war on Iran, leading to increased calls for counseling services.
#pentagon
fromTruthout
6 days ago
Media industry

Judge Strikes Down Updated Policy Restricting Journalists' Access to Pentagon

fromTruthout
3 weeks ago
Media industry

Pentagon Revises Restrictions on Journalists - By Essentially Kicking Them Out

Media industry
fromTruthout
6 days ago

Judge Strikes Down Updated Policy Restricting Journalists' Access to Pentagon

The Pentagon's interim policy restricting journalists' access was ruled unconstitutional by a federal judge, violating First Amendment press freedoms.
Media industry
fromAbove the Law
1 week ago

Defense Department Lawyering Almost As Good As Hegseth's Pullups - Above the Law

The Pentagon's press policy has been repeatedly voided by the courts, highlighting ongoing tensions between the Defense Department and media access.
Media industry
fromTruthout
3 weeks ago

Pentagon Revises Restrictions on Journalists - By Essentially Kicking Them Out

The DOD has implemented a policy restricting journalist access to the Pentagon, requiring escorts and moving them to an annex outside the building.
Right-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

Hegseth prays at Pentagon service for overwhelming violence' against enemies

Pete Hegseth called for violent action against enemies during a Pentagon prayer service, emphasizing a shift in the military chaplain corps towards evangelical influence.
Media industry
fromwww.dw.com
3 weeks ago

US: Pentagon tightens press restrictions despite ruling

The Pentagon has imposed new restrictions on journalists following a court ruling against its previous press access changes.
#military-service
US politics
fromThe Atlantic
1 week ago

Pete Hegseth Is Trying to Resegregate the Military

Service in wartime has historically helped marginalized groups secure rights, but current Pentagon actions suggest a reversal of this trend.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 week ago

There's growing disquiet in the military. The Iran war made it worse

Military members are increasingly seeking discharge options, particularly conscientious objector status, amid rising concerns related to the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran.
World politics
fromAxios
1 week ago

Trump's Iran threats raise moral stakes for military members

Threats against Iran's infrastructure raise concerns about potential war crimes and civilian casualties amid escalating tensions.
#military-culture
Washington DC
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 weeks ago

America has long been obsessed with war. But true patriots glorify peace. - LGBTQ Nation

The author reflects on the impact of war and military actions throughout their life, highlighting personal and historical tragedies associated with conflict.
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 weeks ago

Former Army Chief of Staff Canned By Hegseth Pens Farewell Letter: Military Deserves Leaders of Character'

In his farewell letter, Gen. Randy George stated, 'Our Soldiers are truly the best in the world they deserve tough training and courageous leaders of character.' This reflects his belief in the importance of strong leadership within the Army.
SF politics
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

UK's armed forces are in a sad state and they have only themselves to blame

George Robertson criticizes Keir Starmer for complacency in defense investment amid growing security threats.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Dem Candidate Once Defended Urinating on Dead Fighters

Graham Platner's controversial Reddit posts reveal conflicting views on war and body desecration, raising questions about his candidacy for Senate.
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 week ago

Weird Obsession With Death': Current and Former Defense Officials Sound the Alarm on Hegseth

Retired Army Special Forces officer Mike Nelson criticized Hegseth's rhetoric, stating, 'That's a necessary end to achieve goals through military force - you have to kill people to achieve them. That's not the end. It's a weird obsession with death for the sake of it.'
Right-wing politics
fromThe Atlantic
2 weeks ago

Hegseth's War on America's Military

Hegseth's actions reflect a broader agenda to reshape the military's leadership, prioritizing loyalty to his political beliefs over military experience and competence.
Washington DC
UK politics
fromwww.aljazeera.com
6 days ago

How a UK military college sought to distance itself from ban on Israelis

The UK government banned Israelis from a military college due to concerns over Israel's actions in Gaza, prompting internal reputation management discussions.
Intellectual property law
fromnews.bitcoin.com
3 weeks ago

Federal Judge Blocks Pentagon From Labeling Anthropic a National Security Threat

U.S. District Judge Rita F. Lin issued a preliminary injunction against the Department of Defense's actions towards Anthropic, citing First Amendment violations.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Pete Hegseth allows troops to carry personal firearms on military bases

Hegseth stated that current policies have essentially turned US military installations into gun-free zones, leaving those who live and work on the installations vulnerable. He emphasized that the war department's uniformed service members are trained at the highest standards and are entitled to exercise their God-given right to keep and bear arms.
SF politics
World news
fromThe Nation
2 weeks ago

What Are Your Obligations When Your Country Is the Villain?

The U.S. executed a devastating missile strike on a school in Iran, killing many children and raising moral questions about its actions.
fromwww.mediaite.com
4 weeks ago

Trump Announces Wild Executive Order for Army-Navy Game

I have much more power in my second term I'm going to sign an executive order to ensure that the second Saturday in December, is preserved exclusively nobody is playing football, not Ohio State against Notre Dame, not LSU against Alabama.
US Elections
World politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
3 weeks ago

National Security Starts at Home - Not on the Battlefield

National security relies on enduring internal capacity rather than just accumulated hard power or visible instruments of power.
Washington Nationals
fromDefector
1 month ago

Team USA Lost For The Troops | Defector

Venezuela defeated Team USA 3-2 in the World Baseball Classic final, winning decisively on merit despite American patriotic expectations and home-field advantage.
Healthcare
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Trans service people vindicated by latest research

Research analyzing 58 empirical studies found no evidence supporting claims that transgender military service increases costs, harms unit cohesion, or reduces readiness.
Left-wing politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Justice department drops charges against veteran who burned US flag

The Department of Justice dropped charges against a military veteran prosecuted for burning an American flag in protest, citing First Amendment protections that have been constitutional since 1989.
Information security
fromSecuritymagazine
1 month ago

Discussing Use of Force in Security: A Challenging Discussion?

Use of force in security cannot be entirely avoided but should be deployed only as a last resort when lesser options fail, requiring comprehensive training in tactics, de-escalation, and legal authority.
Artificial intelligence
fromFuturism
1 month ago

The Military's AI Fever Is Leading Into Disaster, Critics Say

The US military's rapid AI deployment risks unsafe systems causing excessive civilian harm, wrongful arrests, and civil liberties violations without adequate human oversight safeguards.
Intellectual property law
fromWIRED
1 month ago

Justice Department Says Anthropic Can't Be Trusted With Warfighting Systems

The Trump administration designated Anthropic a supply-chain risk, barring it from defense contracts, arguing this does not violate First Amendment rights and that the company's lawsuit will fail.
US news
fromThe Washington Post
1 month ago

An Iraq veteran voted for peace. Her teen starts basic training at wartime.

A combat veteran mother struggles with her son's military enlistment as the U.S. initiates conflict with Iran, forcing her to confront her own trauma and conflicting political beliefs.
World politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Pete Hegseth Calls For No Quarter' For US Enemies In Apparent Violation of International Law

Defense Secretary Hegseth's statement that the U.S. will give 'no quarter' to Iranian enemies violates international humanitarian law, which prohibits refusing to spare lives of surrendering combatants or those unable to defend themselves.
US politics
fromPoynter
1 month ago

Could the Iran war trigger a military draft? Why experts say it's unlikely - Poynter

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt stated that a military draft is not part of current plans but President Trump keeps all options on the table regarding military operations against Iran.
US Elections
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Fox News uses old clip of Trump after he wore hat while saluting slain US soldiers

Fox News broadcast outdated video of Trump from a December ceremony instead of Saturday's Dover transfer, concealing that he wore a hat while saluting flag-draped cases of fallen troops.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Why Congress rarely pushes back when presidents deploy military force

Presidents have increasingly asserted broad military authority while Congress has largely failed to enforce its constitutional power to declare war, creating ongoing constitutional tension.
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

This Pentagon announcement on an Operation Epic Fury soldier's 'believed to be' death is very unusual

When a service member is killed in combat, they deserve better than this. It's a simple matter of respect to make sure that everything is accurate. Prematurely announcing a death risks misidentification, which can erode public trust if corrections are later required.
World news
fromNew City, NY Patch
1 month ago

New York National Guard Soldier Died In Operation 'Spartan Shield'

Major Davius dedicated his life to serving others - as a member of the U.S. Army National Guard, an NYPD officer, and previously as an FDNY paramedic. His commitment to protecting and helping others, both here at home and while serving our nation overseas, is a true testament to his character and courage.
US news
Miscellaneous
from24/7 Wall St.
1 month ago

The U.S. States That Supplied the Most Service Members in WWII

States contributed varying numbers of troops to WWII based on regional military traditions and economic circumstances, with some states sending disproportionately high numbers relative to their populations.
Right-wing politics
fromThe American Conservative
1 month ago

Is It Still the Department of 'War' or Not?

The Trump administration renamed the Department of Defense to Department of War and subsequently engaged in military conflict with Iran while Republican Congress members avoided formally acknowledging it as war.
Mental health
fromBusiness Insider
1 month ago

Top Marine says troops need to be able to lock in jobs before they leave the Corps

Start hiring Marines up to a year before separation to prevent vulnerable gaps and support mental health during civilian transition.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Opinion: The immorality of betting on war

Prediction markets allow betting on geopolitical events including military strikes and political upheavals, raising ethical concerns about profiting from advance knowledge of violence and human suffering.
Women
fromThe Nation
2 months ago

The Pentagon's "Bad-Faith, BS" Review of Women in Combat Roles

A defense secretary attempted to reverse policies that integrated women into combat despite evidence women had long served on front lines.
UK news
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

Secrecy around UK military civilian harm risks undermining public confidence'

Secrecy about how the UK investigates civilian deaths in military campaigns risks undermining public confidence and lacks published procedures unlike the US.
fromThe New Yorker
1 month ago

The End of Limits on a President's Wars

In no part of the constitution is more wisdom to be found than in the clause which confides the question of war or peace to the legislature, and not to the executive department. Madison, the primary author of the Constitution, emphasized that vesting war powers in Congress rather than the President represented a crucial safeguard against concentrated executive authority and the potential for individual flaws in judgment affecting national security decisions.
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
2 months ago

Purple Heart Recipient Held by ICE for 8 Hours Says He Wasn't Allowed to Call a Lawyer

William Vermie, an Army veteran and Purple Heart recipient who was held by Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agents in Minneapolis for eight hours, told ABC News that he wasn't allowed to speak with a lawyer at any point throughout his detention. The 39-year-old Vermie, who was injured in combat in Iraq during a 2006-2007 deployment, was tackled and arrested by ICE agents on Jan. 13, while standing with a crowd on a public sidewalk observing ICE agents detaining two young men in his neighborhood.
Law
fromBoston.com
1 month ago

Mass. man accused of impersonating an Army veteran for more than 30 years

Sommers was arrested Thursday in Pittsfield, where authorities say he had been living under the victim's identity at Soldier On, a facility that provides transitional housing for military veterans. According to charging documents, Sommers allegedly began impersonating a real U.S. Army veteran as early as 1994. That veteran served honorably in the Army from 1979 to 1982.
US news
US politics
fromwww.mediaite.com
1 month ago

Call of Duty Doesn't Count': GOP Senator Who Never Served in Military Shredded for Comments About Smell' of War

Senator Mullin faced mockery for vividly describing war's sensory horrors despite never serving in the military or combat.
Media industry
fromFortune
2 months ago

I'm a war gamer for the Navy and I know why you don't trust the media anymore. It's fighting yesterday's battles | Fortune

Journalism struggles to keep pace with real-time war information, causing perceived bias due to temporal lag and eroding public trust.
US politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 months ago

If you haven't served, respect those who have': Nato soldiers on Trump's slurs

US friendly fire in Afghanistan wounded and killed Canadian soldiers, and later presidential remarks disparaging NATO allies provoked diplomatic fury and veteran anger.
fromThe American Conservative
2 months ago

Commander-in-Tired

Though the 83-year-old (who will turn 84 in two weeks) is rarely spotted in the Capitol these days, his vocal opposition to President Donald Trump on a myriad of issues is louder and more present than ever when deemed useful for the motivated liberal press. For instance, McConnell was quoted far and wide last month after he criticized Trump's desire to acquire Greenland, a move the Kentuckian suggested would "incinerate" the threadbare alliance that remains between the United States and NATO.
Right-wing politics
US news
fromwww.npr.org
1 month ago

Pentagon shifts toward maintaining ties to Scouting

The Pentagon is negotiating to maintain its century-long relationship with Scouting America after Defense Secretary Hegseth initially sought to sever ties over concerns about masculine virtues and gender inclusivity policies.
US politics
fromTruthout
2 months ago

Grand Jury Declines to Indict Dems Who Who Urged Troops to Reject Illegal Orders

A federal grand jury declined to indict six Democratic lawmakers after the Trump DOJ sought charges over a video urging troops to refuse illegal orders.
#scouting-america
fromTruthout
2 months ago
US politics

Pentagon Tells Scouting America to End Inclusive Policies or Lose Military Partnerships

fromTruthout
2 months ago
US politics

Pentagon Tells Scouting America to End Inclusive Policies or Lose Military Partnerships

US news
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Army veteran sues federal government after ICE detains him for three days

A U.S. citizen and army veteran, George Retes, was detained by federal immigration agents for three days without charges, and has sued the federal government.
US politics
fromwww.dw.com
2 months ago

US defense plan focuses on homeland, limits help to allies

The US will prioritize homeland defense and counter Chinese influence in the Indo-Pacific while expecting allies to assume greater defense responsibilities with reduced US support.
US news
fromwww.mercurynews.com
1 month ago

A fifth US service member has died in the Iran operation, US military says

A fifth U.S. service member died during the war with Iran following strikes launched by Israel and the U.S. on Saturday.
fromemptywheel
2 months ago

Blood Spatters and Newbie JAG Officers - emptywheel

The orders, they said, came from senior officials, including Kash Patel, the F.B.I. director, several of whom worried that pursuing a civil rights investigation - by using a warrant obtained on that basis - would contradict President Trump's claim that Ms. Good "violently, willfully, and viciously ran over the ICE Officer" who fired at her as she drove her vehicle.
US politics
fromAdvocate.com
1 month ago

Federal appeals court sides with Pentagon against science, reinstating U.S. military's HIV enlistment ban

In a ruling that reasserts broad judicial deference to the U.S. military and delivers a major setback to HIV and LGBTQ+ advocates, a federal appeals court on Wednesday reinstated the Pentagon's long-standing ban on people living with HIV enlisting in the armed forces, undoing a lower-court decision that had briefly opened the door to qualified recruits with undetectable viral loads.
US politics
US politics
fromComputerworld
1 month ago

US DoD to Anthropic: compromise AI ethics or be banished from supply chain

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth issued an ultimatum to Anthropic to allow unrestricted military AI use or face Pentagon exclusion and potential Defense Production Act enforcement.
fromwww.mercurynews.com
2 months ago

Opinion: Liberty doesn't defend itself right now, it needs our help.

In the United States, we haven't yet seen rifles aimed at large crowds, but we do observe masked federal agents detaining protesters in unmarked vehicles, flashy ICE raids staged like military operations and pardons for political violence all clear warning signs. Ignoring this is the first step toward complacency, which can kill liberty. Fascism is often misunderstood. It is not just political oppression; it is a set of traits, as scholars and observers point out,
US politics
US politics
fromwww.nytimes.com
2 months ago

Video: Opinion | The Pay-to-Play Patriotism of 2026

U.S. 250th celebration is marketed as pay-to-play with million-dollar VIP access, millionaire speaking slots, public-private deals, and administration-linked crypto profits.
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