Hegseth prays for violence during Pentagon Christian service

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth prayed for violence against U.S. adversaries during a Christian worship service at the Pentagon.

OC towing company sued by DOJ over alleged illegal auctions of Camp Pendleton military vehicles

The Justice Department is suing San Clemente-based S&K Towing for allegedly violating the Servicemembers Civil Relief Act by illegally selling 148 vehicles owned by active duty military at Camp Pendleton.

US Army raises enlistment age to 42, drops marijuana waiver rule in major 2026 overhaul

The U.S. Army officially raised its maximum military enlistment age to 42, aligning with the Air Force and Space Force. Discover the updated 2026 age limits for every branch, including the Navy and Marine Corps.

Local military families react as US deploys 2,500 California Marines to Middle East

As the USS Boxer pulls out of San Diego with 2,500 Marines, the families left behind are leaning on each other. Local veterans and counselors share how to navigate the "invisible scars" of deployment.

Flight path in Ohio salutes 3 fallen service members in Iran war

A special, saluting flight path in Ohio paid tribute to three service members of the Ohio Air National Guard that were killed in the Iran war earlier this month.

Live updates: Israel says Iran war at halfway point; Trump says it may be 'winding down'

Israel says the intensity of attacks against Iran will ramp up, contradicting President Trump, who said his administration is considering “winding down" the military operation.

Live updates: Trump says US considering 'winding down' military operations in Iran

The US military is deploying three more warships and marines to the Middle East as Iran fires on Israel and energy sites in neighboring Gulf Arab states, sending oil and gas prices surging.

Thousands of US troops could be deployed for Iran war, Reuters reports

The Trump administration is weighing whether to send thousands more U.S. troops to the Middle East to bolster the U.S. and Israel’s war against Iran.

President Trump attends dignified transfer for 6 U.S. Airmen killed in refueling plane crash

President Trump traveled to Dover Air Force Base in Delaware Wednesday for the dignified transfer of the six U.S. service members who died in a plane crash while supporting the U.S-Israeli war against Iran.

Trump threatens retaliation if Iran attacks Qatar again

Some top Iranian officials have been killed as more strikes were launched against Israel and Gulf countries. Here's what you need to know.

What is the Jones Act? Trump may waive shipping law during Iran war

The Trump administration is weighing whether to suspend maritime shipping laws as the U.S.-Israeli war against Iran continues to disrupt energy markets and supply chains.

Top Iranian officials killed as strikes continue in the Middle East

President Donald Trump's claims of a lack of support to secure the Strait of Hormuz come amid Joe Kent, director of the U.S. National Counterterrorism Center, announcing his resignation on Tuesday.

US military draft disqualifications list: See if you're exempt

Learn the latest 2026 U.S. military draft disqualifications and exemptions, including medical fitness standards, conscientious objector status, and the registration rules under the NDAA.

These American service members have died in Iran conflict

Since the U.S. and Israel launched coordinated attacks on Iran on Feb. 28, at least 13 American service members have been killed. Here is a look at those who made the ultimate sacrifice for the country.

Who is Joe Kent? Trump counterterrorism admin, veteran resigns over Iran war

The director of the National Counterterrorism Center has announced his resignation, saying he “cannot in good conscience" back the Trump administration’s war in Iran.