US Congress

Pentagon Rescinds COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate

US Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin rescinded the Pentagon's COVID-19 vaccine mandate.

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US Congress Funds Hawaii, Indo-Pacific Military Projects 

The US $1.7 trillion spending bill for 2023 includes billions in military spending for Hawaii and the Indo-Pacific. 

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US Defense Bill Includes $12 Billion Military Boost for Taiwan

The final draft of the 2023 National Defense Authorization Act includes up to $12 billion in security assistance to Taiwan over the next five years.

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US Senators Urge Austin to Send Gray Eagles to Ukraine

A bipartisan group of US senators has asked the Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin to explain the reasons behind not sending MQ-1C Gray Eagle drones to Ukraine.

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Safeguarding Economy and National Security Must Be Government Team Effort

China's clear desire to dominate the future of tech is an economic and strategic concern that requires a unified US government effort to be countered.

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US Reps Introduce Bill to Train Ukrainian Pilots on American Aircraft

Two US Representatives introduced a bill last week to train Ukrainian fighter pilots on American aircraft.

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US Congress Approves $40B for Ukraine

Congress approved a $40 billion aid package for Ukraine, the latest tranche of US assistance under President Joe Biden's promise of unwavering support for Kyiv.

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F-16 Sale to Turkey in National Interest: US 

The US State Department has told Congress that the potential sale of F-16 fighter jets to Turkey would agree with the country’s interests.

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Israel Turns Down Ukraine’s Iron Dome Request: Report

Israel has refused Ukraine's request to purchase the Iron Dome air defense system, reportedly because it involved the risk of annoying Moscow.

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US Congress Wants New F-35 Engines

The US Congress wants new engines for the F-35 fighter, the latest draft of the 2022 National Defense Authorization Act has revealed.

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