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President Obama, Hagel, announce defense secretary’s resignation
by Jared MorganPresident Obama took the podium Monday morning to announce Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel’s resignation. Hagel will stay on until the Senate confirms his replacement, a cabinet position the president has filled four times in the six years of his presidency.
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On eve of Ferguson decision, Pentagon looking at surplus gear program
by Chris EgerDepartment of Defense officials told Congress last week that while they support the surplus program that provides military equipment to police, they are pursuing changes.
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Memorial Day Message from Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel
by Joey ClementineMemorial Day is a time for citizens across this nation to remember and pay tribute to America’s sons and daughters who sacrificed themselves in service to their country.
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U.S. military to review ban on transgender service (VIDEO)
by Brent McCluskeyThe U.S. military’s ban on transgender service “continually should be reviewed,” Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel said Sunday. During a recent episode of ABC’s “This Week,” Hagel said “every qualified American who wants to serve our country should have an opportunity if they fit the qualification and can do it.” However, Hagel did not expressly say […]
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DoD finds numerous failures in Washington Naval Yard Shooting (VIDEO)
by Chris EgerThe results of an investigation into the September 2013 Washington Naval Yard Shooting were released on Tuesday. Authors of the study determined that the shooting was preventable.
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DoD to review military decorations, awards program
by Daniel TerrillThe department’s review will focus on ensuring that the awards program continues to recognize all levels of combat valor as well as the sacrifices of our service members, including via digital and remote actions.
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Proposed budget cuts would shrink US military to smallest number since 1940, reduce other benefits (VIDEO)
by Jennifer CruzA proposed budget presented by Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel this afternoon will shrink the United States Army to a size which has not been seen since before World War II.
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