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BREAKING: Trump administration admits to judge it doesn't know how many troops are trans-or why it's banning them

The Trump administration lacks data on transgender service members amid efforts to enforce a ban on their military service.

War heroes are among 26,000 images flagged for removal in Pentagon's DEI purge

The Pentagon is purging diversity-related content, affecting thousands of military images and posts, especially those highlighting women and minorities.

A database shows over 26,000 flagged items, with estimates reaching 100,000, reflecting confusion over Trump's executive order.

Hegseth Defends Trump's Firing of Joint Chiefs Chairman

Defense Secretary Hegseth supports Trump's military leadership changes, insisting they align with national security priorities.

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DoD reviewing 'non-essential' consultancy contracts for termination

The Defense Department is reviewing consulting contracts to ensure alignment with the Trump administration's priorities and to terminate non-essential agreements.

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Pete Hegseth says troops with gender dysphoria have 30 days to leave service voluntarily: 'TRANS is out at the DOD'

Transgender troops have 30 days to separate voluntarily from the military after a Supreme Court ruling reinstates a Trump-era ban.

Trump Rejects Idea That Musk Should Have Access to Top-Secret China War Plans

Trump refuses military conflict plans access to Musk.

Emphasizes U.S. preparedness for conflict with China.

Top-secret briefing planned, later denied by Trump.

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BREAKING: Trump administration admits to judge it doesn't know how many troops are trans-or why it's banning them

The Trump administration lacks data on transgender service members amid efforts to enforce a ban on their military service.

War heroes are among 26,000 images flagged for removal in Pentagon's DEI purge

The Pentagon is purging diversity-related content, affecting thousands of military images and posts, especially those highlighting women and minorities.

A database shows over 26,000 flagged items, with estimates reaching 100,000, reflecting confusion over Trump's executive order.

Hegseth Defends Trump's Firing of Joint Chiefs Chairman

Defense Secretary Hegseth supports Trump's military leadership changes, insisting they align with national security priorities.

DevOps

fromBreaking Defense

DoD reviewing 'non-essential' consultancy contracts for termination

The Defense Department is reviewing consulting contracts to ensure alignment with the Trump administration's priorities and to terminate non-essential agreements.

LGBT

fromNew York Post

Pete Hegseth says troops with gender dysphoria have 30 days to leave service voluntarily: 'TRANS is out at the DOD'

Transgender troops have 30 days to separate voluntarily from the military after a Supreme Court ruling reinstates a Trump-era ban.

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Trump Rejects Idea That Musk Should Have Access to Top-Secret China War Plans

Trump refuses military conflict plans access to Musk.

Emphasizes U.S. preparedness for conflict with China.

Top-secret briefing planned, later denied by Trump.

Under Hegseth, Chaos Prevails at the Pentagon

Hegseth's leadership has led to unprecedented chaos in the Defense Department, marked by distrust and high-profile departures.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the DoD's civilian federal workforce must respond to DOGE's productivity emails

Defense Secretary Hegseth mandates civilian workers to report accomplishments to the Department of Government Efficiency.

The White House has begun process of looking for new secretary of defense

The White House is looking for a new Secretary of Defense amidst controversies surrounding Pete Hegseth.

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The investigation into Pete Hegseth's Signal group chats is growing

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Hegseth meets with moderate Sen. Collins as he lobbies for key votes in the Senate

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Pete Hegseth's controversial chief of staff leaves post unexpectedly

Under Hegseth, Chaos Prevails at the Pentagon

Hegseth's leadership has led to unprecedented chaos in the Defense Department, marked by distrust and high-profile departures.

Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth says the DoD's civilian federal workforce must respond to DOGE's productivity emails

Defense Secretary Hegseth mandates civilian workers to report accomplishments to the Department of Government Efficiency.

The White House has begun process of looking for new secretary of defense

The White House is looking for a new Secretary of Defense amidst controversies surrounding Pete Hegseth.

fromThe Verge

US news

The investigation into Pete Hegseth's Signal group chats is growing

7 months ago

East Bay (California)

Hegseth meets with moderate Sen. Collins as he lobbies for key votes in the Senate

US politics

Pete Hegseth's controversial chief of staff leaves post unexpectedly

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OpenAI awarded $200M DOD prototype contract

OpenAI's $200 million contract with the Defense Department will focus on using 'frontier AI' to enhance administrative operations, healthcare, cyber operations, and data management.

Artificial intelligence

Pentagon aims to accelerate acquisition of new tech through software-contracting change

The Pentagon's rapid acquisition process aims to prioritize existing software solutions over custom builds.

Defense Department to Cut Over 5,000 Workers

The Pentagon is set to initiate layoffs of 5,400 civilian employees, part of larger expected reductions amidst budget cuts at the Defense Department.

Trump Addresses a Military He's Remaking in His Image

President Trump's relationship with the military has transformed since 2020, facing less resistance from the Defense Department today.

US news

Pentagon watchdog to review Hegseth's use of Signal app to convey plans for Houthi strike

US news

Pentagon Will Review Pete Hegseth's Signal Use

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Trump denies Musk received classified information on China during Pentagon meeting

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Pentagon aims to accelerate acquisition of new tech through software-contracting change

The Pentagon's rapid acquisition process aims to prioritize existing software solutions over custom builds.

Defense Department to Cut Over 5,000 Workers

The Pentagon is set to initiate layoffs of 5,400 civilian employees, part of larger expected reductions amidst budget cuts at the Defense Department.

Trump Addresses a Military He's Remaking in His Image

President Trump's relationship with the military has transformed since 2020, facing less resistance from the Defense Department today.

US news

Pentagon watchdog to review Hegseth's use of Signal app to convey plans for Houthi strike

US news

Pentagon Will Review Pete Hegseth's Signal Use

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Trump denies Musk received classified information on China during Pentagon meeting

Weeks after CISO announcement, Katie Arrington moves into DOD CIO role

Katie Arrington is now performing the duties of the Defense Department's CIO amid past controversies and accusations regarding classified data disclosures.

Tech industry

Google is 'all in' on government business

Information security

Weeks after CISO announcement, Katie Arrington moves into DOD CIO role

Katie Arrington is now performing the duties of the Defense Department's CIO amid past controversies and accusations regarding classified data disclosures.

Tech industry

Google is 'all in' on government business

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Pentagon heightens scrutiny on IT, management consulting contracts

The guidance directs DOD leaders to justify any new IT consulting contracts, emphasizing cost-benefit analysis and the exploration of in-house alternatives.

DevOps

Trump Threatens ABC News Over Coverage of $400M Qatar Gift

Trump criticized ABC News coverage over Qatar's $400 million plane donation, claiming misinformation that it was a personal gift to him.

Washington DC

Trump Loses It After ABC's Rachel Scott Confronts Him on Free' $400M Jet from Qatar: You Should Be Embarrassed Asking That!'

Trump defends acceptance of a luxury jet from Qatar, insisting it's a gift to the Department of Defense, not to him personally.

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Trump's Air Force One deal with Qatar not final, despite U.S. claims

Trump Threatens ABC News Over Coverage of $400M Qatar Gift

Trump criticized ABC News coverage over Qatar's $400 million plane donation, claiming misinformation that it was a personal gift to him.

Washington DC

Trump Loses It After ABC's Rachel Scott Confronts Him on Free' $400M Jet from Qatar: You Should Be Embarrassed Asking That!'

Trump defends acceptance of a luxury jet from Qatar, insisting it's a gift to the Department of Defense, not to him personally.

fromThe Washington Post

Washington DC

Trump's Air Force One deal with Qatar not final, despite U.S. claims

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'5 bullet points' email now a weekly task for Pentagon civilians

Defense Secretary mandates weekly updates for civilian employees to improve accountability.

Growth hacking

Defense Department employees received an email asking for ideas on how to 'root out waste'

Non-profit organizations

Pentagon hits Accenture, Booz Allen and Deloitte with contract cancellations

'5 bullet points' email now a weekly task for Pentagon civilians

Defense Secretary mandates weekly updates for civilian employees to improve accountability.

Growth hacking

Defense Department employees received an email asking for ideas on how to 'root out waste'

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Non-profit organizations

Pentagon hits Accenture, Booz Allen and Deloitte with contract cancellations

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Is the Enola Gay woke?: War heroes and military firsts are among 26,000 images flagged for removal in Pentagon's DEI purge

The Defense Department is purging content related to diversity, equity, and inclusion following an executive order, affecting thousands of military images and posts.

US news

Pentagon orders civilian employees to submit money-saving ideas

US politics

Pete Hegseth Vows to Whip Overweight Troops Into Shape: We Will Be FIT, Not FAT'

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Is the Enola Gay woke?: War heroes and military firsts are among 26,000 images flagged for removal in Pentagon's DEI purge

The Defense Department is purging content related to diversity, equity, and inclusion following an executive order, affecting thousands of military images and posts.

US news

Pentagon orders civilian employees to submit money-saving ideas

US politics

Pete Hegseth Vows to Whip Overweight Troops Into Shape: We Will Be FIT, Not FAT'

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Is Pete Hegseth violating judges' orders blocking the Pentagon's trans military ban? Senators demand answers

SF LGBT

Hegseth issues ultimatum to trans troops: Resign by Pride or else

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Is Pete Hegseth violating judges' orders blocking the Pentagon's trans military ban? Senators demand answers

SF LGBT

Hegseth issues ultimatum to trans troops: Resign by Pride or else

US news

Adam Schiff asks the National Archives to review the Trump administration's use of Signal.

Russo-Ukrainian War

Pentagon stopped Ukraine military aid shipments in February without Trump's approval

US politics

Why Trump Won't 'Produce a Scalp' After the Signal Debacle

Adam Schiff asks the National Archives to review the Trump administration's use of Signal.

Pete Hegseth shared sensitive military information in a private chat, raising concerns about security protocols.

Russo-Ukrainian War

Pentagon stopped Ukraine military aid shipments in February without Trump's approval

The halt of military aid flights to Ukraine shortly after Trump's second term began resulted from a directive from Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth.

Why Trump Won't 'Produce a Scalp' After the Signal Debacle

Senior officials are accused of a double standard regarding national security protocols, raising concerns among rank-and-file personnel.

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Rats, card tables and BYO toilet paper: Inside federal workers' return to office

Defense employees face inadequate office conditions leading to decreased morale and productivity after returning to work.

The Pentagon's DEI Panic

The Defense Department's review seeks to eliminate DEI-related materials, resulting in the deletion of historical images and contributions of marginalized groups.

NYC LGBT

Pete Hegseth Mocked After Photos of WWII Bomber Flagged for Removal Because of Gay' in Its Name: It's a Plane, Not a Drag Queen!'

The DOD's anti-DEI initiative leads to the purging of historical military images, prompting significant public backlash.

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That History Cannot Be Erased': ESPN's Mina Kimes Calls Out Trump Defense Department for Removing Jackie Robinson Article Amid DEI Purge

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The Pentagon's DEI Panic

The Defense Department's review seeks to eliminate DEI-related materials, resulting in the deletion of historical images and contributions of marginalized groups.

NYC LGBT

Pete Hegseth Mocked After Photos of WWII Bomber Flagged for Removal Because of Gay' in Its Name: It's a Plane, Not a Drag Queen!'

The DOD's anti-DEI initiative leads to the purging of historical military images, prompting significant public backlash.

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