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MIL News Weekly

Welcome to the Weekly Briefing, the definitive podcast for staying informed on the most significant news and policy changes affecting U.S. service members, military retirees, veterans, and their families. Each episode delivers a concise, comprehensive roundup of the latest developments from the Department of Defense, Congress, and the Department of Veterans Affairs.

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9:52

MIL News Weekly 5-11 Apr 2026 (Episode 45)

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2026/04/12

In this episode of MIL News Weekly, we report key updates for military personnel, retirees, and veterans for April 5–11, 2026. Highlights include a Pentagon policy shift that redefines the Individual Ready Reserve (IRR) as a mobilization asset, requiring more detailed data collection and annual screenings for relevant members. Congress introduced the Army Security Agency Monument Act to honor ASA veterans, and Virginia passed legislation raising the minimum wage and expanding contraception

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8:55

MIL News Weekly 29 Mar - 4 Apr 2026 (Episode 44)

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2026/04/05

This episode of MIL News Weekly covers major developments in the military and veteran community from March 29 to April 4, 2026. Highlights include a significant leadership change as Secretary of War Pete Hegseth requested Army Chief of Staff General Randy George’s retirement, signaling new strategic directions at the Pentagon 00:44. A continued Department of Homeland Security shutdown is impacting Coast Guard pay, though President Trump has pledged to intervene 01:26. For retirees, updates

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11:27

MIL News Weekly 22-28 Mar 2026 (Episode 43)

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2026/03/29

This week, we recap major updates impacting the military and veteran community. Two big cultural reforms were announced: chaplains will no longer display rank insignia—only religious symbols—to encourage junior service members to seek spiritual guidance, and recognized religious affiliation codes were reduced from over 200 to 31 (00:47). On the strategic front, US Space Command warned Congress about rising threats from China and Russia in space, prompting historic increases in active duty

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11:29

MIL News Weekly 15-21 Mar 2026 (Episode 42)

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2026/03/23

In this episode of MIL News Weekly, we cover the key military and veteran updates from March 15-21, 2026. Highlights include ongoing pay disruptions for Coast Guard and Homeland Security personnel amid a Congressional funding stalemate, and new bipartisan bills—like the Shutdown Fairness Act—to protect timely pay for federal and military employees. The episode explores major legal rulings impacting Pentagon press access, legislative efforts to shield veteran federal workers from mass

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10:44

MIL News Weekly 8-14 Mar 2026 (Episode 41)

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2026/03/16

This episode of MIL News Weekly covers the most important updates for the military and veteran community for the week of March 8–14, 2026. Highlights include the announcement of the Warrior Dividend, a one-time, tax-free payment to most active and reserve service members; an average 4.2% rise in housing allowances; and a strategic increase in military personnel under the 2026 National Defense Strategy. For retirees, Edward discusses the 2.8% COLA increase, disparities between retirement

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8:59

MIL News Weekly 1-7 Mar 2026 (Episode 40)

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2026/03/08

This week on MIL News Weekly, we cover essential updates for active duty, retirees, and veterans. Service members received the one-time Warrior Dividend and saw increases in pay and housing allowances. Key bills advancing include the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, which boosts defense funding and provides helpful tax deductions; the Streamlining Procurement Act, which speeds up BAH adjustments in costly areas; and the Warriors to Workforce Act, which streamlines military-to-federal job

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15:12

MIL News Weekly 22-28 Feb 2026 (Episode 39)

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2026/03/01

This episode of MIL News Weekly covers essential updates for the military and veteran community from 22-28 February 2026. Key highlights include the Pentagon’s ban on Anthropic AI due to its ethical stance, a shift in senior officer education away from Ivy League institutions, and new legislative developments affecting aviation safety (ROTOR Act and ALERT Act). The show reports on advances in nuclear weapon modernization, a 2.8% COLA adjustment for retirees, and the potential expansion of

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15:31

MIL News Weekly 15-21 Feb 2026 (Episode 38)

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2026/02/22

This episode of MIL News Weekly covers the key developments impacting military personnel, retirees, and veterans for February 15–21, 2026. We highlight the Senate’s passage of the 2026 defense appropriations bill, which includes historic pay raises—3.8% for all service members and a targeted 10% increase for junior enlisted ranks—plus major investments in readiness and modernization. The episode also explains the new Shutdown Fairness Act, which protects pay during government shutdowns, and

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18:54

MIL News Weekly 8-14 Feb 2026 (Episode 37)

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2026/02/16

This episode of MIL News Weekly covers major developments for the military and veteran community from February 8-14, 2026. Highlights include the release of the 2026 National Defense Strategy, a shift in U.S. focus to homeland and Western Hemisphere security, new space-based defense technology, and the controversial use of AI in military operations. Tensions with Iran escalate, prompting the deployment of a second aircraft carrier. A partial shutdown of the Department of Homeland Security

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12:57

MIL News Weekly 1-7 Feb 2026 (Episode 36)

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2026/02/09

This episode of MIL News Weekly covers critical updates from February 1-7, 2026, impacting the military and veteran community. We discuss the passage of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, which brings a 3.8% base pay raise for service members and boosts readiness, ship operations, and emerging technologies. He highlights legislation to protect troop pay during potential government shutdowns and details the Department of Defense’s rebranding to “Department of War.” Force increases are

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15:18

MIL News Weekly 25-31 Jan (Episode 35)

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2026/02/02

This episode of MIL News Weekly covers key military and veteran news for January 25-31, 2026. Major highlights include the release of the 2026 National Defense Strategy, which pivots toward homeland defense and industrial capacity over emerging technologies, as well as sizeable increases in active-duty force numbers and a 3.8% military pay raise. There's accelerated aircraft development for Pacific operations, new base commander authority to counter drone threats, and ongoing impacts of a

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11:13

MIL News Weekly 18-24 Jan 2026 (Episode 34)

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2026/01/27

This week on MIL News Weekly, we cover the major developments impacting the military and veteran community for January 18–24, 2026. The Department of War released the new National Defense Strategy, prioritizing homeland defense, border security, and missile defense, while increasing force size across most branches. Active-duty members received a 3.8% pay raise, and new legislation secured funding increases for the Department of War and Homeland Security. Military retirees saw a 2.0%-2.8%

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17:14

MIL News Weekly 11-17 Jan 2026 (Episode 33)

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2026/01/18

In this episode of MIL News Weekly, we provide a comprehensive update on key military and veteran news for January 11–17, 2026. Highlights include a 3.8% basic pay raise and a 4.2% increase in housing allowance for service members, new retention and fitness standards in the Marine Corps, and extended National Guard deployments in Washington, D.C. Major Congressional bills discussed aim to secure service member pay during government shutdowns and prohibit federal funds from being used in

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28:19

MIL News Weekly 4-10 Jan 2026 (Episode 32)

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2026/01/11

In this episode of MIL News Weekly, we provide key updates impacting the military and veteran community for the week of January 4–10, 2026. Highlights include a 3.8% pay raise for active-duty and Reserve service members, increased allowances to offset the rising cost of living, and legislative developments, such as the Pay Our Troops Act, to protect service members' pay during government shutdowns. The episode covers new military construction funding, a shift in defense contractor

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17:35

MIL News Weekly 28 Dec 2025 - 3 Jan 2026 (Episode 31)

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2026/01/05

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23:48

MIL News Weekly 21-27 Dec (Episode 30)

MIL News Weekly ·

2025/12/30

This episode of MIL News Weekly covers the key military and veteran developments from December 21-27, 2025. Highlights include the distribution of the Warrior Dividend—a one-time, $1,676 tax-free payment to over 1.45 million active and some Reserve service members to boost holiday morale. The funding was reallocated from housing supplements, sparking debate about its impact on military housing.Internationally, the U.S. launched Operation Hawkeye in Syria against ISIS and intensified the

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20:51

MIL News Weekly 14-20 Dec (Episode 29)

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2025/12/22

In this episode of MIL News Weekly, we cover significant developments impacting the military and veteran community for the week of December 14–20, 2025. Key updates include the distribution of a one-time “warrior dividend” bonus to 1.5 million junior and mid-level service members, passage of the $900 billion National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), which includes a 3.8% military pay raise, funding for infrastructure improvements, and new physical fitness standards for Marines. The episode

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23:37

MIL News Weekly 7-13 Dec (Episode 28)

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2025/12/14

This episode of MIL News Weekly covers key military and veteran updates for December 7-13, 2025. Highlights include passage of the FY2026 National Defense Authorization Act, which authorizes nearly $900 billion in defense spending, offers a 3.8% pay raise for all active duty and reserve personnel, mandates increased transparency in housing allowances, and raises the Family Separation Allowance. The episode also discusses the tightening of rules for troop withdrawals in Europe and South

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16:55

MIL News Weekly 30 Nov-6 Dec 2025 (Episode 27)

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2025/12/07

This episode of MIL News Weekly covers military, retiree, and veteran news from November 30 to December 6, 2025. Highlights include the extended deployment of National Guard troops to Washington, D.C., under a hybrid federal-state framework, and the unveiling of the $1 billion Drone Dominance Program, which aims to scale up loitering munitions rapidly. Fiscal updates feature President Trump’s extension of government funding to January 2026 and negotiations on the NDAA, with a notable 15%

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14:02

MIL News Weekly 23-29 Nov (Episode 26)

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2025/11/30

This episode of MIL News Weekly covers crucial military and veteran updates for November 23–29, 2025. Highlights include the Pentagon’s rebranding from the Department of Defense to the Department of War, signaling a doctrinal shift toward offensive readiness and a $2 billion budget for the rebrand. Key legislation, such as HR 5371, averts a government shutdown while safeguarding military pay. New bills aim to streamline secure workspace accreditation and reform defense industry practices

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