Tag: Military budget cuts

The Hollow Men

Senate Democratic budget’s defense cuts would hollow out military, hawks warn

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AP

National security hawks say the budget cuts outlined in Senate Budget Committee Chairwoman Patty Murray’s (D., Wash.) budget blueprint ignore spending recommendations from President Barack Obama’s top military brass and could “hollow out” defense.

Hollow Fleet

Navy announces reduction in fleet size requirements

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AP

The U.S. Navy last month announced a reduction in fleet requirement that experts warn could further stress a fleet already stretched thin.

Obama to Soldiers: Pay Up

Threatens to veto bill unless it hikes health care fees for service members

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AP

The Obama administration on Friday threatened to veto a defense appropriations bill in part because it does not include higher health care fees for members of the military.