Department of War

Software unicorn Code Metal landed an $80 million contract to modernize and implement AI capabilities into WarMatrix, the Department of War’s wargaming simulation environment. The Boston-based firm achieved this deal in under 12 months, allowing analyses that once took months to be completed in days.

Truckers carry over 71% of America’s freight, making the industry vital to the economy. To bolster this sector, the Freedom Haulers campaign was launched to recruit military veterans into trucking careers. The article also details that recent departmental crackdowns against fraud and illegal driving have reportedly led to record low highway fatalities and increased driver earnings.

The article argues that the Democratic Party is struggling with internal divisions, messaging discipline, and fundraising challenges as Nancy Pelosi, a former House speaker, retires. It criticizes the influence of radical groups like the Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) and highlights concerns over the party's direction under current leadership.

New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani attended the funeral of Army Sgt. Angel Sarah Rampersad in Queens but was not allowed to speak, reportedly due to the family's desire to avoid political distractions. Governor Kathy Hochul delivered remarks at the service. Rampersad was killed in an Iranian attack on a Jordanian air base alongside two other U.S. service members.

The article highlights vulnerabilities in U.S. defense supply chains, emphasizing that critical materials and components often come from unmonitored subcontractors. President Trump’s executive order mandates stricter oversight, requiring contractors to map supply chains, eliminate non-compliant sources, and enforce accountability to ensure national security.

The article discusses the idea of defunding the Department of War and rewriting America's founding principles, comparing it to a blatant coup. It also touches on topics like voting dogs and harmless socialists in the context of AI's limitations.

The House passed a defense bill renaming the Department of Defense as the Department of War, including a $1.15 trillion spending request and a 5-7% pay raise for service members. The bill faced partisan opposition, with Democrats criticizing defense spending and social policy provisions like a TRICARE gender care ban. Republican leaders attached Trump’s elections overhaul bill to the defense measure, intensifying divisions.

The House passed a defense policy bill that includes renaming the Department of Defense to the Department of War, a $1.15 trillion national security budget, and a 5-7% pay raise for service members. The bill, which faced partisan opposition over spending and social policy riders like restrictions on gender-related medical care and eased firearm rules, was approved 216-212. Republican leaders attached Trump's elections overhaul bill to the defense measure, escalating tensions with the Senate.

The House passed a defense policy bill that includes President Donald Trump’s request for $1.15 trillion in Pentagon spending. The bill incorporates a renaming of the Department of War.

The House passed a defense policy bill incorporating President Trump's $1.15 trillion national security spending request and renaming the Department of Defense as the Department of War. The bill includes service member pay raises, TRICARE restrictions on gender-related medical care, and eased firearm policies on military bases. The partisan 216-212 vote reflects Democratic opposition to Pentagon spending increases and social policy riders, while Republicans linked Trump's elections overhaul bill to the defense measure.

The House passed a defense policy bill incorporating President Donald Trump's $1.15 trillion spending request and renaming the Department of Defense as the Department of War. The bill includes a 5-7% pay raise for service members but faced partisan division over spending levels, social policy riders, and the inclusion of Trump's elections overhaul bill.

A New York native, Sgt. Angel Rampersad, was killed during an Iranian attack on Muwaffaq Salti Air Base in Jordan. The Department of War reported his death.

Senators are questioning Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth about funding for the U.S. war against Iran, with Republicans pushing a $95 billion budget package that includes military funding, farmer aid, and voter law changes. The military reported 17 deaths and over 450 injuries since the conflict began, while critics warn the war could become a prolonged conflict.

A U.S. Army soldier from Fort Bragg was killed while disarming an Iranian drone in Iraq, marking the second Fort Bragg soldier killed in the Middle East this weekend. Another soldier died in Jordan during an attack, and a third was killed in a separate incident supporting operations against the Islamic State. The U.S. military death toll in the Iran conflict has risen to 18.

Two American soldiers were killed in action in Jordan on July 20, including 1st Lt. Tyler James Feehan from ʻEwa Beach, Hawaiʻi. Leaders in Hawaiʻi are mourning the fallen soldiers.

House Democrats, including Rep. Ro Khanna and Rep. Pete Aguilar, avoided addressing a new Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) platform that proposes abolishing the Senate, president, and Supreme Court in favor of a unicameral legislature and parliamentary system. The DSA's 'Workers Deserve More' agenda also calls for dismantling ICE, pardoning immigrants, and defunding the Department of War, though several prominent Democrats denied supporting the plan.

The Pentagon implemented acquisition reforms to accelerate military innovation but failed to address critical phases like threat detection and solution assessment. The counter-drone fight highlights the gap, as proven technologies remain slow to adopt, mirroring past failures in counter-IED campaigns.

Pete Hegseth, the defense secretary, announced a new screening program for troops aged 30 and older to monitor testosterone levels, calling it the 'High-T Department of War.' The article criticizes Hegseth's focus on testosterone while referencing past controversies.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced plans to screen all troops, including women, for low testosterone. The initiative aims to create a 'High-T Department of War' as stated in a social media message.

The Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) plan to launch a platform advocating for the abolition of the U.S. Senate and replacing the president and Supreme Court with Congress-appointed bodies. The platform includes amnesty for all immigrants, defunding the Department of War, and aligning with the DSA's existing policies such as Medicare for all and canceling student loan debt. The group has gained momentum through electoral victories of its endorsed candidates.

The USS San Antonio departed Norfolk to support U.S. Southern Command mission requirements and participate in Department of War operations aimed at stopping illegal drug trafficking. The ship recently deployed to the U.S. 4th Fleet operations zone.

The House Appropriations Committee advanced a $1.1 trillion defense spending bill for fiscal year 2027, which includes renaming the Defense Department as the Department of War. The bill passed on a 34-27 party line vote and is part of efforts linked to President Trump.

The House Appropriations Committee advanced a $1.1 trillion defense spending bill for fiscal 2027, which includes a provision to rename the Defense Department as the Department of War. The bill passed on a 34-27 party-line vote, marking a third win for President Trump in his effort to rename the department.

Democrats, including high-profile political figures, received approximately $2.6 million in campaign contributions from employees at Alibaba, Baidu, and BYD, firms recently labeled 'Chinese military companies' by the Pentagon. Contributions from these employees, including executives and lobbyists, primarily benefited Democratic committees and individuals between 2020 and 2024.

The Department of Defense may be renamed the Department of War if Republicans pass the bill, with key House and Senate committees approving the change and Donald Trump eager to sign it into law. The article describes the rebranding as a shift toward increased military aggression.

The Pentagon announced the U.S. Indo-Pacific Command (INDOPACOM) will revert to its former name, U.S. Pacific Command (USPACOM), citing historical significance and pride. The name change, reversing a 2018 decision under President Trump, reflects no operational changes. The move aligns with broader Pentagon rebranding efforts, including a proposed legislative change to rename the Department of Defense as the Department of War.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth criticized Anthropic after the AI company discontinued access to two models to comply with a Trump administration directive. Hegseth claimed that removing Anthropic from the Department of War three months prior was justified.

The Pentagon released a 2022 UAP report detailing an incident where five U.S. Army members observed a potato-shaped object hovering over Cheyenne Mountain near Colorado Springs. The latest evidence was made public on June 12.

The FBI conducted a simulated nuclear forensics training mission in Colorado Springs as part of 'Exercise Prominent Hunt 2026' from June 8 to 12. The annual exercise, led by the National Technical Nuclear Forensics Ground Collection Task Force, involved interagency collaboration to collect and analyze simulated radioactive fallout samples. Participants included military units, federal agencies, and scientists focused on preparing for nuclear incidents.

Republicans on the Senate Armed Services Committee advanced the Trump administration's proposal to rename the Department of Defense as the Department of War in the fiscal 2027 National Defense Authorization Act. The panel included the name change in closed-door deliberations over the bill.

The Senate Armed Services Committee approved changing the Pentagon's name to the Department of War, advancing a rebranding effort initiated by President Donald Trump. The House Armed Services Committee also supported the change, signaling a strong chance of the name becoming law despite criticism from some lawmakers.

The article criticizes Pete Hegseth, described as the 'self-declared secretary of war,' for his perceived unprofessional and overly performative behavior in his military role. It highlights his public statements, such as advocating for renaming the Department of Defense to 'Department of War,' as corny and unserious, with a colleague noting his 'moral unseriousness.'

President Trump endorsed a third $350 billion reconciliation bill, urging Congress to pass it with the Save America Act included. He emphasized the need for Republicans to 'IMMEDIATELY' advance the bill at the request of the Department of War.

The Pentagon revised a list of recognized religious denominations after Utah Republicans, including Sen. Mike Lee, criticized the exclusion of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as non-Christian. The department reversed the policy following backlash, stating it does not adjudicate theological disputes.

The Pentagon revised a list of recognized religious denominations after Utah Republicans criticized its exclusion of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as Christian. The change followed backlash from lawmakers like Sen. Mike Lee, who called the policy offensive, and the updated list removed the 'Christian' label from all denominations to avoid theological disputes.

The Pentagon removed the label 'Christian' from a list of recognized religious denominations after Utah Republicans criticized the exclusion of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The policy change, reversed following backlash, drew accusations of offending religious principles and disregarding theological disputes over LDS classification. The Pentagon clarified its role is not to adjudicate faith debates but to respect sincerely-held beliefs.

The Pentagon revised a list of recognized religious denominations after criticism from Utah Republicans over the exclusion of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints as a Christian denomination. U.S. Sen. Mike Lee called the policy 'offensive' and demanded a reversal, which the Pentagon implemented by removing the word 'Christian' from the list.

The Pentagon revised its list of recognized religious denominations after criticism from Utah Republicans, including Sen. Mike Lee, who argued the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints (LDS) should be classified as Christian. The Pentagon initially excluded LDS from the Christian list, leading to backlash, and later updated the list to remove the 'Christian' label from denominations.

The Pentagon reversed a policy removing the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from a recognized Christian denominations list after criticism from Utah Republicans. Senator Mike Lee called the policy 'offensive' and demanded changes, leading to an updated list without the 'Christian' label for denominations.

The Pentagon revised its list of recognized religious denominations after Utah Republicans criticized the exclusion of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints from the Christian category. U.S. Sen. Mike Lee called the policy offensive and pressured the department to reverse the decision, which it did, removing the word 'Christian' from the list to avoid theological disputes.