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With a foot in both the world of special operations and cutting-edge defense tech, Michael Obadal’s nomination as Under Secretary of the Army signals a push toward modernization at a time when the force can’t afford to lag behind.

The sudden dismissal of Admiral Franchetti in February underscores the administration’s commitment to refocusing the military on warfighting readiness, stripping away distractions like DEI that have no place in an institution built for victory.

As the March 14 deadline looms, Congress must navigate a treacherous legislative landscape to prevent a government shutdown that could disrupt vital services for veterans, defense personnel, and countless Americans relying on federal support.

A suicidal man from Indiana, armed and dangerously close to the White House, was swiftly neutralized by the U.S. Secret Service in a high-stakes encounter that ended with gunfire and a trip to the hospital.

Leaking sensitive law enforcement operations isn’t just reckless—it’s a betrayal that puts lives on the line, and now, the DHS leakers are about to find out just how steep the price for that betrayal can be.

If the Army wants to stop bleeding recruits like a gut-shot private on a forced march, it needs to take a hard look at leadership, training, and whether it’s selling young soldiers a bill of goods they can’t cash in the real world.

Navigating the VA healthcare system is like being dropped into a bureaucratic minefield with a blindfold on—except the explosions come in the form of red tape, incompetence, and enough wasted taxpayer dollars to make a Wall Street swindler jealous.

In a no-holds-barred, barnburner of a speech, President Trump laid out his vision for a resurgent America, steamrolling through globalist nonsense, doubling down on border security, and making it clear that the Golden Age of American greatness isn’t just coming—it’s already knocking at the door.

If we’re going to hold leaders accountable, that standard should apply across the board.

The president’s success in his second term will depend not only on the policies he enacts but also on his ability to cultivate a leadership style rooted in unity, collaboration, and a shared vision for the nation’s future.

With a stroke of the pen, Secretary Hegseth has restored the name Fort Benning and also reignited the battle over how we choose to honor our military history—one name change at a time.

John Phelan, a seasoned businessman with a track record of strategic leadership, is poised to bring a fresh outsider perspective to the Navy—but some are questioning whether he’s up to the task.