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August 21, 2025 at 2:46 PM

Secrecy of Space Force mission is 'out of necessity': Former astronaut

Former NASA astronaut Leroy Chiao discusses the upcoming mission, which will involve the X-37B Orbital Test Vehicle, an uncrewed, autonomous spacecraft.
August 21, 2025 at 2:46 PM
VIDEO: Secrecy of Space Force mission is 'out of necessity': Former astronaut
August 21, 2025 at 2:38 PM

Why Space Force is launching a not-so-secret, secret military spaceplane

A not-so-secret, secret reusable spaceplane operated by the United States Space Force is scheduled to lift off from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
August 21, 2025 at 2:38 PM
The X-37B Orbital Test Vehicle in the encapsulation cell at the Astrotech facility in Titusville, Fla.
August 21, 2025 at 11:28 AM

Why Space Force is launching a not-so-secret, secret military spaceplane

A not-so-secret, secret reusable spaceplane operated by the United States Space Force is scheduled to lift off from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
August 21, 2025 at 11:28 AM
A not-so-secret, secret reusable spaceplane operated by the United States Space Force is scheduled to lift off from the Kennedy Space Center in Florida.
August 19, 2025 at 11:31 AM

Army veteran travels the world on 'Mission to Spread Smiles' with therapy dogs

Former Army helicopter pilot Kevin Bubolz is on a "Mission to Spread Smiles" with his two therapy dogs, Ellie and Emma.
August 19, 2025 at 11:31 AM
VIDEO: Army veteran travels the world on 'Mission to Spread Smiles' with therapy dogs
August 16, 2025 at 12:43 AM

US Naval Academy gets first Marine superintendent

Lt. Gen. Michael Borgschulte has become the first Marine Corps officer to be superintendent of the U.S. Naval Academy in its 180-year history
August 16, 2025 at 12:43 AM
August 16, 2025 at 12:34 AM

New Air Force policy denies transgender troops hearings before they're discharged

The Air Force says in a new memo that transgender airmen ousted under a recent Trump administration directive will no longer have the chance to argue before a board of their peers for the right to continue serving their country
August 16, 2025 at 12:34 AM
Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth speaks during a press briefing with President Donald Trump in the James Brady Press Briefing Room at the White House, Monday, Aug. 11, 2025, in Washington. (AP Photo/Alex Brandon)
August 15, 2025 at 8:41 PM

B-2 stealth bomber conducts flyover as Trump, Putin arrive at Alaska base

The high-stakes summit at the Anchorage Air Force base comes as the U.S. seeks a ceasefire in the Russia-Ukraine war.
August 15, 2025 at 8:41 PM
A B-2 bomber and four F-35 fighter jets fly overhead as US President Donald Trump greets Russian President Vladimir Putin on the tarmac after they arrived at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson in Anchorage, Alaska, August 15, 2025.
August 14, 2025 at 3:55 PM

DC residents tell National Guard troops to 'go home'

Residents in one Washington, D.C., neighborhood protested the arrival of National Guard troops in the city as President Trump continues efforts to ramp-up crime enforcement in the nation's capital.
August 14, 2025 at 3:55 PM
VIDEO: DC residents tell National Guard troops to 'go home'
August 14, 2025 at 11:37 AM

As Guard deploys, Trump to seek 'long-term' federal control of DC police

Forces made 43 arrests on Tuesday night, according to a White House official.
August 14, 2025 at 11:37 AM
A convoy of soldiers assigned to the 273rd Military Police Company, Washington, D.C. National Guard, arrive at the National Mall to conduct patrol operations, August 12, 2025.
August 12, 2025 at 2:22 PM

100-year-old WWII pilot takes flight in P-51 Mustang fighter plane

A 100-year-old WWII veteran took flight in a P-51 Mustang over California, returning to the same aircraft he flew in combat missions seven decades ago.
August 12, 2025 at 2:22 PM
The veteran pilot performed aerial maneuvers over McKinleyville at 100 years old.
August 12, 2025 at 11:33 AM

WWII veteran tells David Muir about flying same type of plane he flew in combat

David Muir shares the story of 100-year-old World War II veteran Joseph Peterburs and the moment he was cleared for takeoff at the controls of the same type of plane he flew 125 combat missions in.
August 12, 2025 at 11:33 AM
VIDEO: WWII veteran tells David Muir about flying same type of plane he flew in combat
August 11, 2025 at 2:29 PM

Trump directs military to prep possible use of force against drug cartels: Officials

Trump has directed the Pentagon to prepare options for the possible use of U.S. military force against drug cartels designated as terrorist organizations, officials say.
August 11, 2025 at 2:29 PM
President Donald Trump waits to greet Armenia's Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan at the White House, Aug. 8, 2025, in Washington.
August 9, 2025 at 7:32 PM

'Betrayal': Transgender service member speaks out after early retirement denied

Master Sgt. Logan Ireland reflects on the Air Force's decision to deny early retirement for transgender service members being forced out of the military amid Trump's ban.
August 9, 2025 at 7:32 PM
MSgt. Logan Ireland, who is suing the Trump administration over its ban on transgender service members.
August 8, 2025 at 8:49 PM

Pentagon denies early retirement benefits for trans service members

Transgender Air Force members who applied for early retirement are being denied and will have to separate from the military without any retirement benefits, according to the Pentagon.
August 8, 2025 at 8:49 PM
Transgender Air Force members who applied for early retirement are being denied and will have to separate from the military without any retirement benefits, according to the Pentagon.
August 7, 2025 at 7:37 PM

Army awards medals to soldiers who stopped Fort Stewart shooter

Six soldiers tackled the suspect after he allegedly shot and wounded five other soldiers at Fort Stewart in Georgia.
August 7, 2025 at 7:37 PM
VIDEO:  Army awards medals to soldiers who stopped Fort Stewart shooter
August 7, 2025 at 5:16 PM

Soldier details jumping into action during Fort Stewart shooting

First Sgt. Joshua Arnold told ABC News he was in a conference room when he heard a noise and then saw a "flash."
August 7, 2025 at 5:16 PM
VIDEO: Soldier details jumping into action during Fort Stewart shooting
August 7, 2025 at 5:04 PM

'Under trauma and under fire': How Fort Stewart soldiers jumped in to stop gunman

When a gunman opened fire at Fort Stewart in Georgia, six soldiers immediately jumped into action to stop the shooter, the secretary of the Army said.
August 7, 2025 at 5:04 PM
A sign outside the main gate of Fort Stewart, Georgia, Aug. 6, 2025.
August 7, 2025 at 2:55 PM

Officials outline heroics of other soldiers during Fort Stewart shooting

A U.S. Army sergeant allegedly shot and wounded five other soldiers at Fort Stewart in Georgia, using his personal handgun, officials said.
August 7, 2025 at 2:55 PM
VIDEO: Officials outline heroics of other soldiers during Fort Stewart shooting
August 7, 2025 at 1:42 PM

Active shooter drills at US military bases have become routine

Active-shooter drills at military bases have become standard to prepare for incidents similar to Wednesday's incident at Fort Stewart in Georgia.
August 7, 2025 at 1:42 PM
VIDEO: Active shooter drills at US military bases have become routine
August 7, 2025 at 11:35 AM

US Army soldier tried to share sensitive Abrams tank info with Russia: Prosecutors

A U.S. Army soldier was arrested Wednesday and charged with attempting to share sensitive information about U.S. military tank capabilities with Russia.
August 7, 2025 at 11:35 AM
Members of the U.S. Army drive a M1A2 Abrams Main Battle tank in the 250th birthday parade on June 14, 2025 in Washington, DC. The U.S. Army is marking its 250th birthday with a military parade including roughly 6,600 troops, 150 vehicles, and over 50 aircraft.  The parade, which coincides with President Donald Trump's 79th birthday, is designed to tell the history of the Army.
July 28, 2025 at 7:39 PM

Army cadet from New Jersey dies during ROTC training in Kentucky

Cadet Neil Edara was attending Cadet Summer Training and died after he became unresponsive while conducting land navigation training at Fort Knox in Kentucky.
July 28, 2025 at 7:39 PM
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July 28, 2025 at 6:49 PM

'Promising young leader': Army cadet dies while training in Kentucky

A 22-year-old Army ROTC cadet died during summer training at Fort Knox, Kentucky, officials said in a statement over the weekend.
July 28, 2025 at 6:49 PM
Neil Edara from Ridgewood, New Jersey, died on July 24 while training at Fort Knox, according to the U.S. Army Cadet Command.
1 month ago

US Osprey makes emergency landing in Japan, officials say

The U.S. Air Force said the craft made a "precautionary landing."
1 month ago
A U.S. military Osprey is seen Thursday at Hanamaki Airport in Iwate Prefecture, northeastern Japan, in a screengrab from broadcaster NHK.
1 month ago

TSA adds new 'Honor Line' for military, pre-check for Gold Star families

The Department of Homeland Security has announced a new special TSA security lane designated exclusively for military members.
1 month ago
An Honor Lane for military members and their families is seen at the Nashville International Airport, July 17, 2025, in Nashville, Tenn.
1 month ago

Military veteran arrested for posing as cop and bounty hunter

Gregg Jackson, 40, from Santa Rosa, California, was arrested for impersonating a law enforcement officer and a bounty hunter, according to the Sonoma County Sheriff's Office.
1 month ago
Gregg Jackson, 40, from Santa Rosa, California, was arrested for impersonating a law enforcement officer and a bounty hunter, according to the Sonoma County Sheriff's Office.
1 month ago

US troops on the ground in LA immigration enforcement operation, DOD says

A large immigration enforcement operation is underway in Los Angeles with U.S. troops on the ground.
1 month ago
Federal agents ride on horseback at MacArthur Park, July 7, 2025, in Los Angeles.
2 months ago

'Hero' B-2 pilots expected to keep low profile at July 4 White House visit

B-2 pilots invited to the White House as Trump pushes back against questions on Iran strike and claims 'devastated' pilots.
2 months ago
A U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit takes off to support Operation Midnight Hammer at Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, June 2025.
2 months ago

Iran's nuclear program knocked back 'closer to 2 years,' Pentagon says

Parnell's assessment much more optimistic than UN nuclear watchdog
2 months ago
Pentagon spokesman Sean Parnell speaks during a press briefing at the Pentagon, July 2, 2025, in Washington.
2 months ago

Hegseth announces USNS Harvey Milk is being renamed USNS Oscar V. Peterson

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced on Friday the USNS Harvey Milk is being renamed the USNS Oscar V. Peterson.
2 months ago
This US Navy photo shows the John Lewis-class replenishment oiler USNS Harvey Milk (T-AO-206) at sea on December 13, 2024.
2 months ago

Secrets on Iran nuclear strike spill into open as Pentagon defends bombing

The Pentagon unveiled details about a 15-year top-secret program.
2 months ago
A poster of the Fordow Fuel Enrichment Plant is displayed as Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force Gen. Dan Caine and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth hold a news conference at the Pentagon, June 26, 2025 in Arlington, Virginia.
2 months ago

Congressional Gold Medal honoring WWII Army Rangers

Speaker Mike Johnson, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and others honored U.S. Army Rangers who served in WWII on Thursday.
2 months ago
Speaker Mike Johnson, Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and others honored U.S. Army Rangers who served in WWII on Thursday.
2 months ago

World War II Army Rangers honored with Congressional Gold Medal

Two of the five surviving Army Rangers, among the 6,500 who served in World War II, attended a Congressional Gold Medal ceremony at the Capitol on Thursday.
2 months ago
Sgt. Joseph J. Drake, Pfc. John M. Wardell are joined by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, standing from third left, and Speaker of the House Mike Johnson as the Army Rangers of World War II are honored at a Congressional Gold Medal ceremony, at the Capitol in Washington, June 26, 2025.
2 months ago

Hegseth calls Trump-directed Iran strikes 'resounding success,' intel leak political

The Joints Chiefs chairman referred damage assessments to intelligence agencies.
2 months ago
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Air Force Gen. Dan Caine speak at a news conference at the Pentagon, June 26, 2025 in Arlington, Virginia.
2 months ago

Army officer traces family's military legacy back 250 years

Lt. Col. Brandon Mace traces his family's military history from the American Revolution to the modern era with ABC News Live anchor Kyra Phillips as the Army celebrates its 250th anniversary.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Army officer traces family's military legacy back 250 years
2 months ago

Hegseth slams news coverage of US intel report on Iran attack

Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth said in a press conference on Thursday morning that the bombing of Iran was the most "complex and secretive military operation in history."
2 months ago
VIDEO: Hegseth slam news coverage of US intel report on Iran attack
2 months ago

Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff Gen. Dan Caine details US strikes in Iran

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine held a press conference Thursday to detail U.S. strikes over the weekend on Iranian nuclear facilities.
2 months ago
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs Chairman Gen. Dan Caine held a press conference Thursday to detail U.S. strikes over the weekend on Iranian nuclear facilities.
2 months ago

Retired B-2 bomber pilot: 'We may never know' full impact of US strikes on Iran

Retired Gen. Robert Spalding joined ABC News Live to discuss a preliminary U.S. intelligence assessment that found Trump-ordered strikes only set back Iran's nuclear program by months.
2 months ago
VIDEO :Retired B-2 bomber pilot: 'We may never know' full impact of US strikes on Iran
2 months ago

Trump calls Iran's retaliation 'very weak,' doesn't say US will respond militarily

President Trump warned Iran against retaliation several times after the U.S. struck Tehran's nuclear facilities. On Monday, Tehran targeted a U.S. military base.
2 months ago
Donald Trump and Secretary of State Marco Rubio (R) sit in the Situation Room as they monitor the mission that took out three Iranian nuclear enrichment sites, at the White House on June 21, 2025 in Washington, DC.
2 months ago

Former B-2 pilot shares details behind Iran nuclear facility strikes

A retired B-2 bomber pilot reveals details about the historic U.S. strike on Iran, including stealth tactics, pilot preparations and decadelong planning.
2 months ago
A U.S. Air Force B-2 Spirit takes off to support Operation Midnight Hammer at Whiteman Air Force Base, Missouri, June 2025.
2 months ago

US issues new alerts for citizens to travel with increased caution

The U.S. Department of State has issued an advisory for Americans to exercise increased caution worldwide following airstrikes on Iran.
2 months ago
Passengers wait after their flights were delayed or cancelled at Rafik Hariri International Airport in Beirut, Lebanon, June 13, 2025.
2 months ago

Kuwait closes airspace after Iran fires missiles at US base in Qatar

Iran's attack on a U.S. base in Qatar has ended, there are no reports of casualties. The attacks were retaliation for the U.S. strikes on Iran's nuclear facilities.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Kuwait closes airspace after Iran fires missiles at US base in Qatar
2 months ago

Retired Air Force fighter pilot discusses US attack on Iran's nuclear sites

Retired U.S. Air Force pilot Jeffrey Needles reacts to the military operation carried out by the U.S. military over the weekend to attack Iran's nuclear sites.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Retired Air Force fighter pilot discusses US attack on Iran's nuclear sites
2 months ago

Qatar says it intercepted missiles targeting US air base

Qatari air defenses "successfully intercepted" a missile attack targeting Al Udeid Air Base, the Qatari Defense Ministry said.
2 months ago
Video: Qatar says it intercepted missiles targeting US air base
2 months ago

Iran has ‘wide range of options’ for retaliation after attack: Expert

ABC News contributor Steve Hill says there is a path for Iran to retaliate which wouldn’t provoke another round of attacks from the U.S.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Iran has ‘wide range of options’ for retaliation after attack: Expert
2 months ago

Retired B-2 bomber pilot: ‘Unique’ program led to Iran airstrikes

Retired Gen. Robert Spalding discusses the training and deception needed to pull off the strike on three nuclear sites in Iran.
2 months ago
Retired B-2 bomber pilot: ‘Unique’ program led to Iran airstrikes
2 months ago

US troops in Middle East on high alert after Iran attack

There are around 40,000 American troops in the region, spread between permanent bases and smaller outposts, and any of them could face reprisals following the U.S. bombing operation in Iran.
2 months ago
VIDEO: US troops in Middle East on high alert after Iran attack
2 months ago

Analyzing ‘bunker buster’ bombs in combat

ABC News’ military analyst, former Marine Col. Steve Ganyard discusses the U.S. using "bunker buster" bombs for the first time on Iran and the damage they caused.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Analyzing ‘bunker buster’ bombs in combat
2 months ago

Concern over US troops across the Middle East

ABC News’ Martha Raddatz reports on growing concern of the 40,000 troops spread from Iraq, Bahrain, Qatar and Syria becoming targeted after Iran strike.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Concern over US troops across the Middle East
2 months ago

Stunning new details inside the US strike on Iran

The Pentagon revealed stunning new details about the surprise U.S. attack on Iran dubbed "Operation Midnight Hammer" as the first video emerges of the strike and Iran vows to retaliate.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Stunning new details inside the US strike on Iran
2 months ago

Former Navy fighter pilot calls Iran strikes ‘incredibly successful mission’

Decorated former Navy fighter pilot Matthew “Whiz” Buckley joins ABC News Live to discuss military operations in the Iran attacks.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Former Navy fighter pilot calls Iran strikes ‘incredibly successful mission’