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SENATE3 days agoSenate passes 2021 defense bill with veto-proof majority, defying Trump's threatsThe GOP-led Senate overwhelmingly approved a $740 billion major national defense bill on Friday, defying President Trump's veto threats.
Afghanistan3 days agoAs US troops drawdown from Afghanistan, growing concern about what lies aheadBut on the ground, the situation is getting worse.
Veterans3 days agoVA Secretary Wilkie comes under fire after IG report finds 'unprofessional' handling of sexual assault claimRep. Mark Takano, D-Calif., called for the resignation of Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert Wilkie and his senior staff Thursday, following an inspector general report that showed VA officials attempted to discredit a Navy officer after she said she was sexually assaulted.
US Navy3 days agoAircraft carrier Theodore Roosevelt conducts 'man overboard' search for missing sailorThe USS Theodore Roosevelt is looking for a "possible" man overboard in the Pacific.
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America Together4 days agoAmerica Together: Texas mom writes 'Santa letters' for front-line parentsA Texas mom is helping parents working on the front lines of the coronavirus pandemic this Christmas by creating special letters from Santa Claus to share with their kids.
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