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Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced that the president has nominated Air Force Lt.
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Defense Secretary orders review of U.S. military standards
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has initiated a comprehensive review of the standards maintained by U.S. military branches.
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Pentagon cuts social science research projects to save costs
The Office of the Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering (OUSD(R&E)) is discontinuing its social science research portfolio to focus on fiscal responsibility and mission-critical activities.
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Defense office issues new directive on federal contracts
On March 4, 2025, the Principal Director of Defense Pricing, Contracting, and Acquisition Policy (DPCAP) issued Class Deviation 2025-O0003.
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Pentagon directs DoD civilians on responding to OPM email request
The Department of Defense has issued new guidance for its civilian employees in response to a recent request from the Office of Personnel Management (OPM).
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Fort Moore renamed to honor World War I hero Corporal Fred G. Benning
Today, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth signed a memorandum to rename Fort Moore in Georgia to Fort Benning.
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Defense leaders discuss U.S.-Israel security cooperation
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth held a discussion with Israeli Minister of Defense Israel Katz, focusing on bilateral interests, regional developments, and security assistance priorities.
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Department of Defense deploys Stryker Brigade to secure southern border
The Department of Defense has announced the deployment of a Stryker Brigade Combat Team (SBCT) and a General Support Aviation Battalion to the southern border.
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Pentagon mandates removal of DEI-related content from DoD platforms
In accordance with directives from President Trump's Executive Orders and Secretary Hegseth, the Pentagon has issued a memorandum for a digital content refresh across all Department of Defense (DoD) public platforms.
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U.S., Saudi defense leaders discuss partnership and regional security
On February 24, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth met with the Saudi Minister of Defense, His Royal Highness Khalid bin Salman, at the Pentagon.
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Defense Department announces nomination changes in top military positions
The President has announced his intention to nominate Lieutenant General Dan "Razin" Caine, USAF, as the next Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
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Department of Defense begins workforce reduction aligned with federal efficiency reforms
The Department of Defense is undergoing a re-evaluation of its probationary workforce, aligning with the President's initiative to reform the federal workforce for enhanced efficiency and productivity.
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U.S., Thailand reaffirm commitment to long-standing alliance
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Thailand's Deputy Prime Minister Phumtham Wechayachai engaged in an introductory call to discuss the U.S.-Thailand alliance.
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Pentagon reviews budget alignment with Trump’s national defense priorities
The Department of Defense is set to align its budget with President Trump's directives, focusing on strengthening the military and enhancing national security.
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US and Mexico agree on joint border security efforts
General Gregory M. Guillot, the Commander of US Northern Command, and General Ricardo Trevilla Trejo, Secretary of National Defense of Mexico, recently convened to discuss border security cooperation between Mexico and the United States.
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Defense leaders discuss regional security and partnership
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth engaged in an introductory call with the UAE Minister of State for Defense Affairs, Mohammed bin Mubarak Al Mazrouei, on February 15.
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Hegseth discusses defense partnership with Qatari counterpart
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Qatar's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of State for Defense Affairs, Sheikh Saoud bin Abdulrahman bin Hassan bin Ali Al Thani, engaged in an introductory call to strengthen their defense partnership.
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Secretary of Defense meets with Polish leaders to discuss military cooperation
On February 14, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth held meetings with President Andrzej Duda of Poland and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defense Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz.
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Hegseth discusses defense ties with Saudi minister
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and Saudi Minister of Defense Khalid bin Salman engaged in an introductory call to reinforce the defense partnership between the United States and Saudi Arabia.
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U.S. and Bahrain officials discuss defense cooperation and regional security
Mr. Alex Velez-Green, performing the duties of Under Secretary of Defense for Policy, held a meeting with Bahrain National Security Advisor Sheikh Nasser bin Hamad Al Khalifa at the Pentagon.
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