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1 week ago | journal-news.com | Caitlyn Burchett

In conjunction with the video, the Pentagon released three memos outlining a requirement to justify outsourcing jobs that could be done by existing civilian workers, as well as the consolidation of the department’s acquisition and sustainment office. Specifically, outsourced information technology consulting and management services will not be approved unless the Defense Department determines the contracted work cannot be done within the department.

1 week ago | stripes.com | Caitlyn Burchett

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth speaks during a meeting at the Pentagon on May 27, 2025. (Defense Department) WASHINGTON — The Pentagon is working to cut ties with outsourced contracts with the intention of redistributing funds to service members’ needs, Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth announced Wednesday.

1 week ago | stripes.com | Caitlyn Burchett

Rear Adm. Kevin Smith, the Navy’s executive officer for its unmanned and small combatants program, was relieved of his duties due to a loss of confidence. (U.S. Navy) WASHINGTON — A rear admiral was fired Tuesday after the Navy’s inspector general substantiated a complaint lodged against the senior leader, the service said. Rear Adm.

1 week ago | stripes.com | Caitlyn Burchett |Joe Cacchioli

Fleet Master Chief David Isom was selected as the next senior enlisted adviser to Air Force Gen. Dan Caine, the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the nation’s highest-ranking military officer. Isom now serves as the U.S. Indo-Pacific command’s senior enlisted leader, a position he has held since June 30, 2022.

2 weeks ago | realcleardefense.com | Caitlyn Burchett

The USS Harry S. Truman and its strike group launched the “largest airstrike in the history of the world” from an aircraft carrier during recent operations near Somalia Read Full Article » Show comments Hide Comments Related Articles