Early Bird Brief

The Pentagon is out of money for Ukraine 24.01.2024 7:58 ↓

The U.S. is looking to allies to keep bridging the gap.

Two soldiers injured in Iraq following Iranian-backed militant attack 23.01.2024 6:53 ↓

The Pentagon confirmed at least two American service members suffered traumatic brain injuries as a result.

What are the must see movies and shows in 2024? 22.01.2024 11:54 ↓

These are the edge-of-your-seat movies and shows troops and lovers of military movies and series should watch for in 2024.

Congress averts another government shutdown … until March 19.01.2024 10:49 ↓

Yesterday, lawmakers approved a continuing resolution until March 1 and March 8.

Biden administration to relist Houthis as ‘terrorist’ group 18.01.2024 10:11 ↓

The move comes after the Houthis have targeted civilian ships off the Yemeni coast of the Red Sea. 

US conducts more rounds of airstrikes against Houthis 17.01.2024 7:15 ↓

The strike followed a Houthi attack on a merchant vessel Monday.

Extremism an issue for vets more than troops, study says 16.01.2024 9:50 ↓

Recently published research found that service members don’t participate in violent extremism at higher rates than the rest of the U.S. population, but former troops do.

US, British militaries launch retaliatory strike against Houthis in Yemen 12.01.2024 9:26 ↓

The strikes marked the first U.S. military response against the Houthis for drone and missile attacks on commercial ships since the start of the war in Israel.

U.S.-China resume military-to-military communications 11.01.2024 10:27 ↓

Today, Pentagon reporter Noah Robertson breaks down a meeting between military officials from China and the United States, which is a first since 2021. 

Austin developed infection after prostate cancer treatment 10.01.2024 10:20 ↓

Today, the Pentagon announced that Defense Sec. Lloyd Austin's hospitalization stemmed from an infection -- a complication from a previous surgery addressing a prostate cancer diagnosis. 

Criticism swirls over defense secretary’s hushed-up hospitalization 09.01.2024 10:01 ↓

Former President Donald Trump called Austin's lack of communication over his medical issue a fireable offense. 

The Marine Corps trained its last elite scout snipers 08.01.2024 8:33 ↓

The Marine Corps graduates its final group of scout snipers as it looks to restructure itself under Force Design 2030.

US airstrike in Iraq kills Iran-backed militia leader 05.01.2024 8:39 ↓

A U.S. airstrike in Baghdad killed a high-ranking leader of an Iran-backed militia involved in recent attacks on U.S. troops in Iraq and Syria.

US, allies warn of potential military action against Houthi rebels 04.01.2024 7:33 ↓

A coalition of 13 nations warned of increased military response as Houthi assaults on commercial ships in the Red Sea continue.

How defense and security issues will play into the 2024 presidential election 03.01.2024 9:58 ↓

Defense and veterans policies will play a role in the debate over who should serve as commander-in-chief.

The top national security issues from last year and how they impact 2024 02.01.2024 35:05 ↓

We take a look back at the End of 2023 episode from a few weeks ago.

What’s driving the Red Sea drone and missile attacks? 02.01.2024 6:22 ↓

Today, Navy Times reporter Diana Stancy joins the episode to break down the increasing number of missiles and drones shot down in the Red Sea. 

US military adjusts how it prosecutes sexual assault 29.12.2023 9:34 ↓

Each of the services officially opened their offices of special trial counsel to prosecute major crimes, including sexual assault and domestic violence.

US Navy shoots down more drones and missiles in Red Sea 28.12.2023 6:26 ↓

A Navy destroyer and other U.S. assets intercepted  more than a dozen drones and missiles in the Red Sea this week.

Biden orders airstrikes after 3 US troops injured in Iraq drone attack 27.12.2023 5:56 ↓

Officials said one of the U.S. troops suffered critical injuries in the attack.

The top national security stories of 2023 26.12.2023 35:05 ↓

A look back on some of the major stories of the year, from U.S.-China relations to the wars in Ukraine and Israel.

What will the 2024 election mean for US troops at the southern border? 21.12.2023 15:11 ↓

The 2024 general election may shape the future of U.S.-Mexico military policy.

After attacks, Red Sea will have international protection coalition 20.12.2023 13:21 ↓

Sec. Austin announced Operation Prosperity Guardian earlier this week. 

Austin visits Middle East as US warship responds to Red Sea drone attacks 19.12.2023 10:39 ↓

The USS Carney reportedly responded to a distress call from a commercial vessel that said it was attacked days after the U.S. destroyer took out a wave of drones.

Repeal of laws excluding women led the Navy’s top officer to her job 18.12.2023 7:49 ↓

Today, Navy Times reporter Diana Stancy joined host Jonathan Lehrfeld about how law changes nearly 30 years ago allowed for the first female officer to lead the Navy.