Meink vows security as Qatar-gifted jet turned into Air Force One
Making a Qatar-gifted Boeing 747 secure enough to serve as a presidential aircraft will require “significant modifications,” Air Force Secretary Troy Meink told lawmakers Tuesday. Meink said in a Senate Armed Services Committee hearing that the Air Force is now looking at what it will take to adapt the 747 aircraft, which the Qatar royal family is offering to the Trump administration, into an Air ...[Read More]
Terrorists granted paid accounts, blue checks on X: Report
U.S.-sanctioned terrorist organizations appear to be enjoying the perks of paid, premium accounts and verified blue check marks on the social media platform X, a potential violation of U.S. sanctions, according to a report published Thursday. The social media giant has accepted payments from individuals who appear to be affiliated with Iran-backed Houthi rebels and the Hamas militant group, among ...[Read More]
Terrorists granted paid accounts, blue checks on X: Report
U.S.-sanctioned terrorist organizations appear to be enjoying the perks of paid, premium accounts and verified blue check marks on the social media platform X, a potential violation of U.S. sanctions, according to a report published Thursday. The social media giant has accepted payments from individuals who appear to be affiliated with Iran-backed Houthi rebels and the Hamas militant group, among ...[Read More]
Former Capitol Riot Defendant Is Convicted of Gun Charges Stemming from His Arrest Near Obama’s Home
A military veteran whose Capitol riot case was erased by a presidential proclamation has been convicted of charges that he illegally possessed guns and ammunition in his van when he was arrested near President Barack Obama’s home in the nation’s capital.
Trump estimates Golden Dome will cost $175B over 3 years
In an Oval Office reveal Tuesday, flanked by U.S. military generals and Republican senators, President Donald Trump offered new details about his ambitious Golden Dome missile shield project, which he expects to have a price tag of around $175 billion and be completed before the end of his term. “I’m pleased to announce that we have officially selected an architecture for this state-of-the-art sys...[Read More]
Racist Memes Shared by Navy SEALs Prompt Investigation, Disciplinary Actions
A defense official says two members of Navy SEAL Team 4 are facing disciplinary action for racist conduct, and several of their platoon and team leaders are being disciplined for leadership failures.
Retired Navy admiral found guilty in bribery scheme
A retired Navy admiral was found guilty of bribery by a federal jury Monday for steering a contract to a private company while serving in the Navy in exchange for a job with the company post-retirement, federal prosecutors said. Retired Adm. Robert Burke, a former vice chief of naval operations, was found guilty of bribery, performing acts affecting a personal financial interest and concealing mat...[Read More]
Senators demand new investigation into former Gen. Milley’s conduct
A pair of Republican senators are demanding another investigation into whether former Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Mark Milley undermined civilian control of the military during his time in office, stating they are not satisfied with past findings. In a letter to the Defense Department Inspector General, Iowa Sen. Chuck Grassley and Indiana Sen. Jim Banks said the issue is “too important to be swept...[Read More]
Commander Edward W. Kenneweg
Commander Kenneweg was born in San Diego, California from a Navy family and raised in Austin, Texas. He earned a Bachelor of Arts degree in Government from the University of Texas at Austin and a Master of Science degree in Human Resources Management from Regis University.
Army investigating allegations Rangers fired blank rounds at civilians
Army officials are investigating allegations that a group of Rangers fired blank rounds from automatic weapons without warning at a Florida beach containing crowds of civilians. The incident prompted multiple calls to police and social media postings, with witnesses and footage showing men wearing Ranger t-shirts and military uniforms firing the rounds at Crab Island near Destin, Florida, on Frida...[Read More]
Honoring the Legacy and Mission of U.S. TENTH Fleet
Today, we proudly celebrate the establishment of U.S. TENTH Fleet, founded on May 20, 1943, to lead anti-submarine warfare (ASW) efforts in the Atlantic during World War II. Since then, the Fleet has evolved to meet the dynamic demands of maritime operations and continues to play a critical role in ensuring the Navy’s ability to operate freely across the globe and defending our nation.
U.S. and Malaysia Deepen Defense and Commercial Partnerships at LIMA 25
LANGKAWI, Malaysia — U.S. service members and military units arrived on the Malaysian island of Langkawi to participate in the biennial Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition 2025 (LIMA 25) from May 20-24.