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The U.S. military will fly about 5,400 migrants currently in detention out of the country as part of the Defense Department’s response to President Donald Trump’s declaration of a national emergency on the southern border, defense officials said on Wednesday.
The aircrews and maintainers involved in the deportation flights will be in addition to 1,500 active-duty troops that the Pentagon will deploy to the southern border by the end of the week, the senior defense official said.

We were soldiers once… and dipped.
The FDA gave the go-ahead this week for Phillip Morris to openly market Zyn nicotine pouches, a move that could be the final bell for a staple of the Global War on Terror era: the spitter.
Zyn and other brands of nicotine pouches have swept across the military in recent years as the time-waster, sleep-beater and on-duty vice of choice among a generation of service members, often replacing chewing or dipping tobacco
The change is, according to experts, at least somewhat healthier for troops (though, come on kids, don’t start.

Several familiar faces who steered some of the Pentagon’s major technology and cybersecurity efforts over the last few years are operating in senior-level executive roles in acting capacities, as officials wait to see who the Trump administration will appoint to permanently lead key offices, multiple sources told DefenseScoop.
President Donald Trump has nominated former Fox News host Pete Hegseth to serve as defense secretary, and billionaire investor Stephen Feinberg to be deputy SecDef in his second term. Both men need Senate approval.

In 2018 , James Goldgeier wrote “Less Whole, Less Free, Less at Peace: Whither America’s Strategy for a Post-Cold War Europe?” where he argued the United States should reconceptualize its post-Cold War strategy vis-à-vis Europe to ensure both parties’ collective prosperity and security. In the wake of division, growing illiberalism, and Russian aggression in Europe, we invited James to reflect back on his article. Read more below: Image: Petty Officer 1st Class Dominique A. Pineiro via U.S.

Photo By Staff Sgt. Kaden Pitt | The small-unmanned aircraft system, developed by the 101st Airborne Division (Air Assault), takes its initial flight on Oct. 10, 2024, at Fort Campbell, Ky. The drone is set to be tested during Operation Lethal Eagle in the spring of 2025. (U.S. Army photo by Staff Sgt. Kaden D.

Staying in a Temporary Lodging Facility (TLF) can feel daunting with kids. You’re already moving and feeling displaced, there is so much uncertainty surrounding when you can move onto base or into your new house, it all feels like chaos. Set yourself up for success by following these TLF hacks to make your stay a little easier.
10 items to make your TLF stay with kids easier:
1. Medicine Box 
Let’s face it, kids get sick at the most inconvenient times. Like in the middle of a hotel stay during a PCS.

Naval Air Systems Command’s program executive office for unmanned aviation and strike weapons is looking to onboard additional companies that can support intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR) missions via contractor-owned, contractor-operated drones and sensors.
A sources-sought notice about the initiative was published Tuesday on Sam.gov.
The PEO intends to “broaden industry partnership and to procure, on a competitive basis, COCO services” to provide land- and sea-based ISR capabilities for the Navy and Marine Corps and support U.S.

There is so much to see and do in California it is hard to make a list of the best things to do for military families because of the wide variety of what can be done. California does have unique attractions that military families can experience while living on the West Coast. While this list doesn’t include all that California has to offer it will help you get your mind going for the next adventure. 
9 of the best places to visit in California for military families when you are stationed in California or just planning a vacation:
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Two of President Donald Trump’s picks for Pentagon posts are former officers who publicly challenged senior military leaders and during the most recent administration: Former Space Force Lt. Col. Matthew Lohmeier and former Marine Lt. Col. Stuart Scheller.
Trump prizes loyalty first and foremost in his subordinates and he has shown an eagerness to reverse many of his predecessor’s policies.

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Two days after President Trump assumed office he is fulfilling a campaign promise to secure America’s Southern border. Sources informed us on Monday that military units were receiving orders to deploy to the region. The specific units are not yet known, but the orders are consistent with the federal government’s constitutional requirement to repel foreign invasions.