Canada Will Headline the Pacific Airshow in California Because of the Shutdown

The government shutdown has prevented a U.S. Air Force group and possibly a Navy squadron from attending signature air shows in California. Instead, a Canadian team is set to be the headliner.

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Hegseth Is Said to Have Summoned U.S. Military Brass From Around the Globe

The unusual directive, without a stated reason, came after the defense secretary has fired several top officers and ordered a reduction in four-star officers.

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Defense Department Delays Cleanup of ‘Forever Chemicals’ Nationwide

The new timeline could slow cleanup in some communities by nearly a decade. The chemicals, widely used in the military, are linked to cancers and other health risks.

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Upgrades Begin on Plane Donated by Qatar to Serve as Air Force One

The 747 jetliner needs extensive security modifications. Some members of Congress worry that President Trump will pressure the Air Force to do the work too quickly.

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Air Force’s Top General to Retire Early

Gen. David Allvin, the chief of staff of the Air Force, is the latest high-ranking general to exit following President Trump’s purge of Pentagon leadership.

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Air Force Denies Early Retirement for Transgender Men and Women

The service issued a memo on Wednesday that will force at least a dozen transgender servicemen and women to lose lifetime benefits.

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Hegseth and Caine Delve Into Details but Not Results of Iranian Strikes

Neither man repeated President Trump’s assertion that the strikes had “obliterated” the Iranian facilities.

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How B-2 Bombers Can Fly to Iran and Back

The U.S. crews involved in attacking the nuclear site at Fordo probably trained for years. But dropping 30,000-pound bombs was almost certainly a new feeling.

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Venezuela Frees an Air Force Veteran the U.S. Says Was Wrongfully Held

The family of Joseph St. Clair confirmed his release. The move comes as the United States threatens to choke off Venezuela’s critical oil revenue.

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How Trump’s Search for a New Air Force One Led to Qatar’s Jet

Qatar had been trying to sell off a luxury jet for years, with no luck. Then President Trump’s team set its sights on it.

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