What to know about massive defense bill seeking release of boat strike videos and more

What to know about massive defense bill seeking release of boat strike videos and more

WASHINGTON (AP) — The House is expected to vote this week on a bill that would authorize $900 billion for military programs, including boosting pay for service members, slashing Pentagon diversity efforts and requiring the release of footage of forces blowing up alleged drug boats. The National Defense Authorization Act is traditionally a strong bipartisan … Read more

The commander of the US Navy has ordered a second Venezuelan boats, the White House says

The commander of the US Navy has ordered a second Venezuelan boats, the White House says

A top US Navy commander has ordered a second round of military strikes on an alleged Venezuelan drug boat, the White House has confirmed. “Admiral (Frank) Bradley acted well within his authority and the law” to order the additional strikes, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt said Monday. Leavitt said Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth authorized … Read more