Early Bird Brief

Airman in Pentagon intel leak charged

Today, the service member accused of leaking classified documents was arrested and charged.

Exploring the military justice system and violent crime

Today, host Jonathan Lehrfeld sits down with reporters from Army Times, Pro Publica and the Texas Tribune, who dived deep into the world of discharges and violent crimes in the Army. 

U.S. defense contractors sued for alleged war crimes

Today, a group of seven Yemeni civilians filed a lawsuit alleging top U.S. defense contractors are culpable in war crimes committed by Saudi Arabia and the UAE.

China warns US over relationship with Philippines

Today, China issued a warning over US-Filipino military exercises taking place this month.

US and the Philippines launch large combat exercises

Today, annual military drills between the US and the Philippines begin near the disputed South China Sea.

China retaliates against Taiwan with military exercise

Today, China sent warships and fighter jets toward Taiwan after the self-ruled island’s president met with U.S. leaders.

From uniforms to beards to tattoos, the military’s look is in flux

Today, our host interviews reporters across four of the military services to discuss changes in uniform and appearance codes. 

China rebukes US meeting with Taiwan’s president

Today, China threatens action in response to US House speaker meeting with Taiwan’s president.

US flies bombers near North Korea

Today, the United States flew nuclear-capable bombers near North Korea, in exercises Pyongyang considers to be preparations for an attack.

Finland joins NATO

Today, Finland becomes the 31st member country of world’s largest security alliance.