Early Bird Brief

Boeing loses billions from defense programs

Today, Boeing released its third quarter earnings, and it appears that a number of defense programs appeared to have contributed to the company's losses. 

Thousands sign up for PACT Act benefits

Today, more than 100,000 veterans have signed up for PACT Act benefits meant for soldiers who had come into contact with burn pits during their tour of duty. 
 
 

Are you smarter than a military 5th grader?

Today, students in the military education system outpaced their non-military peers over the course of the pandemic.

Is the military too ”woke” for enlistees?

Today, Meghann Myers, the Pentagon Bureau Chief for the Military Times, discusses how the military is perceived as "woke" and how that affects recruiting. 

F-35 fighter jet crashes in Utah

Today, an Airman is safe after their F-35 fighter jet crashes at Hill Air Force Base in Utah. 

Ramping up HIMARS production

Today, Lockheed Martin announced it will ramp up production of its HIMARS, after the technology has proven extremely helpful to Ukrainians in battle. 

New updates for military pet owners

Today, there are new updates for service members who own cats and dogs, especially when relocating to different areas for work. 

Most veterans in ten years run for federal office

Today, the most veterans since 2012 are running for Congress, but these races might be more complicated than meets the eye. 

Happy Fiscal New Year!

On today's episode, Federal Times reporter Molly Weisner breaks down developments in the upcoming 2023 fiscal year -- and the overlaps between the broader federal government and military. 

Increased retiree payouts for veterans

Today, federal officials announced a nearly 9% increase in payouts for monthly checks to retirees.