America's First Military Execution in 65 Years May Never Air Trump reversed himself twice in one press exchange on whether to livestream Hasan's Dec. 3 execution, as Republicans and the U.N. push back. Latin Times · Oct 13
Fort Hood survivor wants to see mass shooter die — but not Hegseth’s way: ‘Look at my eyes’ Nidal Hasan’s execution in December will be the first military death by firing squad since World War II The Independent UK · Oct 10
Hawks lament Pentagon ‘churn’ after Army secretary’s resignation Defense-minded lawmakers are growing concerned about leadership vacuums in the military following the resignation of Army Secretary Dan Driscoll. “I’m tired of all the churn. I want to see some stability,” House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mike D. Rogers, R-Ala., told reporters Tuesday. Pressed on if he’s concerned about a leadership… Roll Call · Sep 1
The Debate Over Israel Aid Is Coming. Congress Wants To Future-Proof the Relationship First. The Israeli government is willing to phase out U.S. financial grants. But Mike Rogers and Tom Cotton want to lock in other forms of aid—without a debate in Congress. Reason · Jun 5
‘Meritocracy Reigns Supreme’: Chaos Ensues at the War Department After Officials Confirm Seven Navy Careers Have Been Suddenly Derailed Hegseth claims he’s correcting years of “gender and demographic engineering” that undermined military effectiveness. The Mary Sue · Jun 3
NDAA mark unveiled by House Armed Services Committee chairman The House Armed Services Committee chairman released on Tuesday a proposed $1.15 trillion fiscal 2027 National Defense Authorization Act that emphasizes bolstering America’s defense industry. The so-called chairman’s mark from Rep. Mike D. Rogers, R-Ala., would authorize almost $1.15 trillion for the base-budget part of President Donald Trump’s record $1.5… Roll Call · May 27
Seth Moulton just called Trump’s war secretary a Nazi war criminal and invoked a chilling WWII precedent Rep. Seth Moulton just accused Secretary of War Pete Hegseth of committing war crimes. He drew a direct line between his recent military actions and Nazi officers executed after World War II. The Mary Sue · May 1
Pete Hegseth’s second Capitol Hill hearing interrupted by anti-war protester Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth is back on Capitol Hill for his second day of grilling regarding his handling of the Iran war, with senators getting their first opportunity to question him on Thursday. Hegseth previously endured a nearly six-hour House Armed Services Committee hearing, where he was pressed by Democrats… The Independent UK · Apr 30
Pete Hegseth Fury: Defence Secretary Accuses Ousted Generals of Ruining Military in Heated House Hearing Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth defends his decision to overhaul military leadership, citing alignment with strategic priorities. International Business Times UK · Apr 30
The moments when Hegseth lost his nerve during Congress questions on the Iran war The war has cost $25 billion so far, according to Pentagon numbers presented to the House Armed Services Committee during the contentious hearing The Independent UK · Apr 30
Trump Begins Laying Groundwork To 'Blame' Hegseth For The War Crimes Trump has publicly defended Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth amid allegations he ordered follow-on strikes that killed survivors. Congressional committees and legal advocates are now seeking documents and testimony to determine whether the strikes violated US or international law. International Business Times UK · Dec 1, 2025
Draft House NDAA demands details on Trump’s Golden Dome - Roll Call Pentagon would be required to provide answers about how DOD intends to realize the president’s proposed antimissile shield over America. Roll Call · Jul 9, 2025
Democrats call for halt of military academy book purge - Roll Call Two members of the House Armed Services Committee reached out to service academies amid concerns over the removal of books from libraries. Roll Call · Apr 7, 2025
Panel pitches NDAA plan to improve troops’ quality of life - Roll Call A bipartisan House Armed Services Committee panel issued a report with 31 recommendations to improve the lives of military families. Roll Call · Apr 16, 2024
Top News · Feb 29, 2024 Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin Faces Tough Questions In Testimony Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin faces questioning over lack of communication regarding his prostate cancer treatment before House Armed Services Committee.
Roll Call · Nov 17, 2023 Photos of the week ending November 17, 2023 - Roll Call A parade and the Santos ethics report dropped before Congress left town. CQ Roll Call photojournalists were there to capture the action.
Roll Call · Feb 27, 2023 Congress turns attention to oversight of Ukraine aid - Roll Call House and Senate defense and spending panels will hold the first open hearings on Ukraine aid oversight since the war’s start.
Chicago Sun-Times · Feb 10, 2023 U.S. House unanimously votes to condemn China over its balloon surveillance Concern by both parties over China’s balloon surveillance led to a 419-0 vote in the House of Representatives, denouncing the flight as a violation of U.S. sovereignty.
The Independent UK · Feb 9, 2023 US House votes to condemn China over balloon surveillance House lawmakers vote unanimously to condemn the Beijing government for its balloon surveillance program
Tribune News Service · Feb 7, 2023 Lawmakers ready to investigate Chinese spy balloon WASHINGTON — Lawmakers returned to Washington this week eager to tackle outstanding questions about a Chinese spy balloon’s journey across the U.S. and what it means for the broader relationship between the U.S. and China.
Roll Call · Feb 7, 2023 Lawmakers ready to investigate Chinese spy balloon - Roll Call Republicans weigh whether to introduce a resolution condemning Chinese spying or the Biden administration’s response to the incursion.
Tribune News Service · Feb 6, 2023 Lawmakers worry about weapons-makers’ ability to meet demand WASHINGTON — U.S. lawmakers are sounding the alarm about challenges facing the U.S. defense industrial base as the war in Ukraine strains weapon supplies.
Roll Call · Feb 6, 2023 Lawmakers worry about weapons-makers' ability to meet demand - Roll Call Congress worries that defense contractors will not be able to meet surging demand for weapons as war drags on in Ukraine.
Tribune News Service · Jan 14, 2023 Congress barely dents scourge of hunger in military WASHINGTON — A recently enacted income supplement for low-ranking U.S. troops, put in place primarily to alleviate food insecurity in the ranks, will help fewer than 1% of the estimated scores of thousands of hungry U.S. military families, according to Pentagon figures.
Roll Call · Jan 13, 2023 Congress barely dents scourge of hunger in military - Roll Call Congress and the Pentagon have struggled to reduce hunger and food insecurity in the military, reaching only a fraction of those in need.