Without congressional approval, the Trump administration is building up military forces in the Caribbean, mainly in Puerto Rico, suggesting a land operation might follow.

President Trump says troops will be paid Oct. 15. But America’s military families are still braced for missed paychecks. For many, that pay is essential in a career of service and risk.

High-ranking women say they are watching the gains they spent their careers building being erased. Despite Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth’s speech on Tuesday, they are determined to keep serving their country.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth told roughly 800 military leaders that the military is in “decay” and that service members will be held to the “highest male standard.”

Russia’s continued flying of drones and jets over Europe is prompting NATO’s review of how effectively it can defend against military moves by Moscow.

The U.S. Defense Department’s proposed name change marks a clear shift in military messaging. Less clear is whether it means a policy change as well.

Russia says it didn’t plan to fly drones over Poland, but NATO's leader calls it a “reckless” move that will only strengthen the alliance's resolve.

A missile attack against an alleged crime boat symbolizes how the Trump administration is using new and controversial tactics against drug cartels. U.S. military assets are formidable, but so are the challenges.

President Donald Trump wants to create a national ‘quick reaction force.’ Experts say his order raises legal issues around the military acting as police.

In 2022, the U.S. Army missed its recruiting goal by 25%. Now pay raises, a path to citizenship for immigrants, and a patriotism surge may be drawing new soldiers.