U.S. Army

Bay Area employees will soon have access to a former U.S. Army barracks in the Presidio. The Presidio Trust announced it signed a lease with CANOPY, a boutique co-working and office provider, for the historic brick building located at 102 Montgomery St. in San Francisco.

The War Department sought to increase domestic production of standardized muskets after supplying the U.S. Army during the War of 1812. From this industrial project arose Thomas Blanchard's copying lathe, which resulted from a collaboration between public and private interests. This invention enabled complex, irregular three-dimensional wood forms to be manufactured at scale, revolutionizing an formerly artisanal task.

An artillery plant funded by taxpayers cost $533 million but failed to produce a single usable shell due to frequent equipment malfunctions and factory issues. The U.S. Army ordered work on two production lines halted, and despite the failures, General Dynamics and its key Turkish subcontractor have not been publicly held accountable or forced to repay funds.

The Pentagon plans a massive increase in purchases of interceptors like PAC-3 MSE and THAAD due to recent missile-intensive conflicts protecting assets in Israel, the Red Sea, and American forces. This procurement ramp-up is necessitated by years of drawing down critical stockpiles following relatively modest purchasing numbers. The Army's acquisition objective for PAC-3 MSE was shown to increase more than quadrupling its prior requirements.

The Pentagon plans a significant increase in purchasing missile interceptors like PAC-3 MSE and THAAD, quadrupling some requirements in its FY2026 budget. This rapid buildup follows repeated use of advanced munitions protecting forces in Israel and the Red Sea, and in conflicts with Iran, raising concerns about readiness for major adversaries like China.

The U.S. Army is changing its approach by introducing immature technology into formations to allow soldiers and industry to iterate and improve systems rapidly. Under Secretary Michael Obadal noted that new enlistees are introduced to technologies at the outset of their careers, emphasizing real-world feedback. The discussion highlighted Ukraine as an "incredible battle lab" demonstrating the scale of this military technological transformation.

Thousands of participants are taking part in Northern Strike 26-2, a large military readiness exercise held in Northern Michigan. The event prepares troops for changing conflict environments by integrating advanced technologies and practicing alongside international allies from various services. Training also encompasses logistical support units and allows personnel to practice before potential deployments.

The US Army conducted Project Convergence Capstone 6 at Fort Irwin in the California desert, testing over 90 technologies over nine days as part of its largest experimentation event to date. However, not all aspects of the exercise went according to plan.

The deployment of National Guard troops to Washington, D.C. under President Trump is projected to cost taxpayers over $1.4 billion through 2029. The 'Make DC Safe and Beautiful' mission, which includes renovating landmarks and reducing crime, is allocated $605 million in the next fiscal year, with $375 million for payroll and $230 million for operational expenses. Initial deployment began in August 2025 with 800 troops, now exceeding 4,600.

Vermont’s GOP primary for the U.S. House seat features Gerald Malloy and Mark Coester, both previous congressional candidates who lost by large margins. Malloy has a military and defense industry background, while Coester is a Vermont-based small business owner in logging, fishing, and maple sugaring. The winner will face Becca Balint in the November general election.

Ukraine's stockpiles of Western missile interceptors have dropped threefold this year, leaving it unable to intercept recent Russian missile attacks. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy stated that reduced supplies have severely limited Kyiv's ability to defend against Russian ballistic missile barrages, with no missiles shot down in a recent large-scale attack that killed 17 people.

The article discusses the U.S. Army's missile stockpiles and the Food and Drug Administration's consideration of a flu vaccine utilizing mRNA technology.

John Braun, endorsed by President Trump, is projected to advance to a November election against Rep. Marie Glusenkamp Perez in Washington. Braun, a U.S. Army veteran and owner of Braun Northwest, defeated two opponents in preliminary results from Decision Desk HQ.

The Associated Press projects John James as the winner of the 2026 Michigan Republican gubernatorial primary. James, a U.S. Representative for Michigan’s 10th congressional district, will advance to the November 3, 2026 General Election.

The Trump administration dismissed concerns about U.S. military shortages of long-range missiles after a report revealed the Army used nearly all of its ATACMS and PrSM inventories during the five-month conflict with Iran. Officials warned this could hinder responses to future crises, while the Pentagon asserted the military remains capable of global operations.

Tracey Parker Willetts is suspected of shooting her husband, retired US Army veteran Stephen Larnell Willetts, at their Wilmington home on the day after their 40th wedding anniversary. Both were found dead in a suspected murder-suicide.

The U.S. Army has used nearly all of its long-range precision missiles, including ATACMS and PrSM, during a five-month conflict with Iran, raising concerns about military readiness. These missiles, critical for long-range strikes, have also been used by Ukraine against Russia, and their depletion could impact deterrence capabilities against adversaries like China.

The US army has used nearly all of its long-range ATACMS and about half of its Tomahawk missiles during its five-month conflict with Iran, according to sources. The US Central Command had to resupply from other global locations after depleting its initial stockpile, as reported by Reuters.

The US Army has used most of its stockpile of long-range precision missiles, including ATACMS and PrSM, during a five-month war with Iran, raising concerns about military readiness for future conflicts. Sources indicate nearly all such weapons have been expended.

The U.S. Army has nearly depleted its stockpile of long-range precision missiles, including ATACMS and PrSM, during its five-month conflict with Iran, raising concerns about military readiness for future conflicts.

Staff Sergeant Angel Rampersad, a U.S. Army soldier born in Trinidad, was killed in Jordan during an Iranian missile attack. The article highlights her dedication to community service and military career, as well as broader themes of immigrant patriotism and criticism of anti-immigrant rhetoric.

Jessica Killin, an Army veteran and former congressional chief of staff, is running for Congress and could make the CD5 race in Colorado the closest. The article highlights her campaign's strong performance.

Military medics are training for scenarios where they must care for wounded personnel for days or weeks before evacuation due to advanced battlefield technologies like drones. The article highlights a shift from rapid evacuation tactics used in past conflicts to prolonged casualty care, with simulations showing medics managing injuries and transporting patients under simulated drone threats.

The US Army is testing autonomous Ford F-250 pickup trucks equipped with Forterra's software for potential use in mine hunting and breaching missions. The trucks leverage commercially available Ford parts for easier maintenance and are part of broader military efforts to reduce soldier exposure to dangerous tasks.

Mike Rogers, the presumptive Republican nominee for U.S. Senate in Michigan, discusses his campaign to replace Senator Gary Peters. He highlights challenges like job losses, declining wages, and education rankings, advocating for cheaper energy, job creation, and reducing healthcare costs. Rogers emphasizes collaboration with President Donald Trump and local control over AI/data centers.

The funeral for U.S. Army Staff Sergeant Angel Rampersad, who was killed in a Middle East attack, is being held in her hometown in Queens. The event takes place on Friday.

The U.S. Army awarded Lockheed Martin a $58.6 billion seven-year contract to produce Patriot interceptor missiles, replacing a previous $4.7 billion one-year contract from April. The deal aims to replenish U.S. munitions stockpiles.

The US Army is evaluating the performance of its Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) system after a large-scale desert test, deciding which components to scale and which to discard. While some technologies advanced to further testing, others, including systems that overheated in the Mojave Desert, failed to meet expectations.

The U.S. Army awarded Lockheed Martin a $58.6 billion contract to produce Patriot interceptor missiles over seven years, addressing strained stockpiles due to conflicts in Iran and Ukraine. The deal expands a previous $4.7 billion agreement and aims to triple PAC-3 MSE production capacity by 2030 while increasing jobs at a facility in Arkansas.

The US Army awarded Lockheed Martin a $58.6 billion seven-year contract to expand production of Patriot interceptor missiles, replacing a previous $4.7 billion contract. The agreement aims to rebuild stockpiles depleted by the war on Iran and military support for Ukraine.

The chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Dan Caine informed President Donald Trump that the US munition stockpile situation could impact military operations in Iran. A Center for Strategic and International Studies analysis indicated that recent conflict in the region has depleted Patriot and THAAD interceptors, increasing risks for American troops if the conflict continues.

The U.S. Army conducted the first overseas test of its 'Hammer of the Gods' system, designed to disrupt enemy precision weapon navigation signals by scrambling GPS and positioning, navigation, and timing (PNT) data. The maritime variant was tested off the U.S. West Coast during Project Convergence Capstone 6, involving the Army, Navy, Space Force, and other commands to enhance communication resilience in degraded environments.

The US army is reportedly conducting air strikes and attacking targets in Iran, according to Axios citing a senior American official. US President Donald Trump stated the US would hit Iran 'very hard' following an attack on the US military in Jordan.

The U.S. Army added $54 billion to a Lockheed Martin PAC-3 contract, bringing the total to $59 billion. The contract remains undefinitized, meaning its financial details and quantities are subject to change during ongoing negotiations.

The U.S. Army awarded contracts to Ford, GM Defense, and BC Customs to develop prototypes for the Infantry Squad Vehicle-Heavy (ISV-H), requiring 4,000-pound payload capacity, 60 kW power output, and extreme-temperature recharging. The Army plans to test three models from each company by March 2027, with an initial purchase of 34 vehicles at $463,000 each.

The US Army is testing a prototype of its Next Generation Command and Control (NGC2) system, which aims to network battlefield operations through digital tools. Soldiers reported improved planning and communication, but challenges like drone issues and lost signals highlight the work needed to ensure reliability under combat conditions.

British Army soldiers in the 1st Battalion of the Irish Guards use commercial video game simulators to train for drone warfare, requiring at least 30 hours of virtual practice before transitioning to real drones. The UK and US militaries emphasize that simulators save equipment, money, and training time by reducing errors from inexperienced pilots. The US Army employs a similar approach in its Unmanned Advanced Lethality Course at Fort Rucker.

On July 28, 1945, a U.S. Army B-25 bomber crashed into the Empire State Building in New York, killing 14 people. The incident is highlighted as a notable historical event on this date.

NTSB Chair Jennifer Homendy urged Congress to implement 50 safety recommendations following a 2025 midair collision that killed 67 people, including three U.S. Army crew members. The FAA and U.S. Army have taken some measures, but legislative action remains stalled as the Senate passed the ROTOR Act and the House passed the ALERT Act without a unified bill.

The U.S. Army has selected GM Defense, Ford, and BC Customs to build nine ISV-Heavy prototypes, which are expected to be delivered by March 30, 2027.