Early Bird Brief: June 14, 2024

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GOP green lights FY25 defense bill, but more social fights ahead

(Military Times) House Republicans advanced plans for an $833 billion defense bill next year that once again includes limits on abortion access for troops and scales back diversity training in the ranks, controversial social stances that drew strong objections from Democratic lawmakers. Read More

Navy sub enters Guantanamo Bay after Russian warships arrive in Cuba

(The Associated Press) A U.S. Navy submarine has arrived in Guantanamo Bay, Cuba, in a show of force as a fleet of Russian warships gather for planned military exercises in the Caribbean. Read More

Marine training shifts may add tech, change officer assignments

(Marine Corps Times) Marine Corps changes to training and education in 2024 and in the coming years will establish more training teams, build a career path for instructors, add advanced technology and could alter how new officers are assigned jobs. Read More

Maine shooting reveals mental health care gaps for reservists

(The Associated Press) An Army health expert told a panel investigating a mass shooting by a reservist who was experiencing a psychiatric breakdown that there are limitations in health care coverage for reservists compared to full-time soldiers. Read More

Technical sergeant promotions surge in 2024

(Air Force Times) Competition for promotion to technical sergeant eased in 2024, after the Air Force’s enlisted restructuring efforts drove the selection rate lower in recent years. Read More

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