Maryland military facilities are in the early stages of remedial investigations into “forever chemicals” that jeopardize drinking water supplies in groundwater after a September report by the Department of Defense identified hundreds of military sites across the country as at risk for such chemicals.
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Pentagon sees China as chief threat even with Russian invasion of Ukraine
In a Pentagon press conference, Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin told the media that China “is the only competitor out there with both the intent to reshape the international order and increasingly the power to do so.”
Maryland senators to Pentagon: address toxic chemicals on bases
At issue are what are known as PFAS, which stands for per-and polyfluoroalkyl substances, a group of “forever chemicals” that come from consumer and industrial goods and that can cause a variety of diseases in humans.
In honor of Maryland black WWI vet, Van Hollen introduces bill to ‘right historic wrongs’
CAMBRIDGE, Maryland – During World War I, Army Sgt. William Butler charged a squad of Germans and overran their position “single-handedly” with an automatic weapon slung over his shoulder, freeing U.S. prisoners, and “taking some of his own,” according to…
Maryland lawmakers move to block Fort Detrick biolab shutdown
Lawmakers are fighting to preserve a long-standing research laboratory in Frederick, Maryland, after President Trump’s proposed budget for fiscal year 2018 eliminated the facility’s funding.
Trump’s defense plan would have mixed impact on Maryland
WASHINGTON – President Donald Trump’s proposed 2018 federal budget could be a boost to Maryland’s sprawling defense industry but negatively affect the state’s economy in other areas, according to analysts. The administration’s so-called “skinny budget,” unveiled in March, seeks to…
Mikulski Moves to Restore Burial Rights for Women World War II Pilots at Arlington
Women Airforce Service Pilots denied burial in Arlington Cemetery; Sen. Barbara Mikulski seeks to overturn decision.
One Million Veterans to be Focus of Federal Disease Research Project
Mega bio-bank under construction to study how genes affect veterans’ health.
VA, Defense Press Programs to Help Prevent Veteran Suicides
The VA Maryland Health Care System and other agencies are promoting September’s Suicide Prevention Month by boosting awareness about veteran suicides.