Secretary of Defense October 22, 2024 Lloyd Austin warns against isolationism and insists Ukraine absolutely can win war against Russia Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin defended U.S. restrictions on long-range missiles in Ukraine and insisted the war-ravaged nation ‘absolutely’ can defeat Russia even without such capabilities.
Ukraine October 21, 2024 Austin warns 'no silver bullet' to defeat Putin as US aid hangs in balance ahead of elections Secretary of Defense Austin said there is "no silver bullet" to defeat Russian President Putin and urged the global community to bolster aid to Ukraine as concern mounts over continued U.S. support.
Israel October 15, 2024 Biden-Harris admin warns Israel over Gaza humanitarian aid, leaked letter reveals The U.S. warned Israel that it needs to quickly improve the humanitarian situation in Gaza or be at risk of violating U.S. law and possibly jeopardizing crucial security aid to the country.
Israel October 1, 2024 US readiness plays 'significant' role in fending off Iranian attack on Israel The U.S. once again assured Israel it stands ready to defend it against Iran just hours prior to Tehran launching a second large scale strike on Israel in which some 200 missiles were fired at it.
POLITICS August 14, 2024 'Path to justice': Durbin urges Austin to rethink revoking 9/11 masterminds' plea deals Dick Durbin expressed disappointment in Secretary Austin's decision to withdraw plea agreements with three accused 9/11 masterminds and asked him to reconsider.
OPINION August 12, 2024 Iran beware: US moves these 6 top of the line strike options into position in the Middle East Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin is doing his best to ensure that US Central Command is ready if Iran strikes Israel in the coming days.
Pentagon August 5, 2024 Defense Secretary Austin taken by surprise upon news of 9/11 plea deals: 'Not consulted' Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin was surprised by a plea deal between prosecutors and three Sept. 11 terrorists, officials said.
POLITICS August 5, 2024 ‘Deeply disappointing’: Durbin calls on Austin to reinstate controversial plea deals for 9/11 terrorists Sen. Dick Durbin called for Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin to reinstate the plea deals given to 9/11 terrorists after they were withdrawn last week.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES August 3, 2024 House Armed Services chairman responds after Defense secretary reverses 9/11 plea deal House Armed Services Chairman Mike Rogers, R-Ala., said his committee will continue to probe a scrapped Pentagon plea deal with the alleged terrorists behind the Sept. 11 attacks.
POLITICS August 3, 2024 Watchdog claims victory over Pentagon animal testing as lawmakers demand accounting of taxpayer funds Twenty-five lawmakers wrote a letter demanding specifics about past animal testing at the Pentagon, while a watchdog also highlighted a recent VA controversy
OPINION August 1, 2024 Biden admin’s military vaccine mandate damaged force levels and denied religious freedom Tens of thousands of U.S. service members were discharged by the Biden administration for refusing to be vaccinated, and many more were denied pay or benefits.