March 21, 2025 Hegseth says Air, Space forces key to deterring, engaging in future conflicts Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth remarked on the value of the Air Force and Space Force in both deterring and engaging in future military conflicts while speaking at the Department of the Air Force Summit.
Feb. 21, 2025 Hegseth addresses strengthening military by cutting excess, refocusing DOD budget Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth discussed his priorities of strengthening the military by cutting fiscal fraud, waste and abuse at DOD while also finding ways to refocus the department's budget.
Jan. 28, 2025 Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth Begins 'Most Important Deployment of My Life' Secretary Pete Hegseth was sworn in as the 29th Secretary of Defense.
Sept. 13, 2024 Secretary of Defense announces seven new initiatives to enhance well-being of military force and their families Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III announced seven initiatives to improve the quality of life for service members and their families.
Sept. 29, 2023 DOD announces new actions to prevent suicide in the military Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin released a memo directing urgent actions to address suicide in the military community.