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Tag: Military Readiness

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The Bolduc Brief: The Misguided Culture War – A Call for Refocused Priorities in Defense Policy

The Bolduc Brief: The Misguided Culture War – A Call for Refocused Priorities in Defense Policy

February 20, 2026

When defense leaders trade focus on readiness, recruitment, and force health for ideological fights with universities, they risk weakening the very military strength and unity they are sworn to protect.

Evening Brief: Recruiting Rebounds, the Red Sea Simmers, and the Guard’s New Normal at Home

Evening Brief: Recruiting Rebounds, the Red Sea Simmers, and the Guard’s New Normal at Home

February 19, 2026

Recruiting is rebounding, but with warships on alert overseas and Guard units cycling through nonstop domestic missions, the force is rebuilding under pressure, not in peace.

The Bolduc Brief: The Impact of Economic Policies on Military Readiness

The Bolduc Brief: The Impact of Economic Policies on Military Readiness

May 17, 2025

Economic strength isn’t just about Wall Street numbers—it’s the fuel that powers our tanks, trains our troops, and keeps America’s enemies watching their step.

Inside Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon: Why Chaos Is Exactly What Is Needed

Inside Pete Hegseth’s Pentagon: Why Chaos Is Exactly What Is Needed

April 21, 2025

Pete Hegseth isn’t courting chaos—he’s weaponizing it to drag the Pentagon kicking and screaming back to its warfighting roots.

Teledyne FLIR Defense Secures $7.8 Million Contract to Provide Advanced Surveillance Systems to Saudi Arabia

Teledyne FLIR Defense Secures $7.8 Million Contract to Provide Advanced Surveillance Systems to Saudi Arabia

March 26, 2025

Teledyne FLIR lands a $7.8M contract to provide Saudi Arabia with cutting-edge surveillance systems, boosting national security efforts.

Throwback Thursday: Troops Train for Mass-Casualty Scenarios Near Mosul

Throwback Thursday: Troops Train for Mass-Casualty Scenarios Near Mosul

January 9, 2025

Simulating chaos: A VBIED attack near Mosul tests U.S. Navy medics, Army security, and joint forces in a high-stakes training drill.

The Bolduc Brief: America’s Military Readiness Crisis – An Urgent Call for Reform

The Bolduc Brief: America’s Military Readiness Crisis – An Urgent Call for Reform

December 29, 2024

The Heritage Foundation’s 2024 Readiness Report lays bare the stark reality: America’s military stands at a crossroads, where decisive reform is the only way to preserve its strength and global leadership in an increasingly volatile world.

Could Russia Really Be Eyeing a Conflict with NATO? German Intelligence Thinks So

Could Russia Really Be Eyeing a Conflict with NATO? German Intelligence Thinks So

October 16, 2024

German intel warns Russia could target NATO by 2030, with rising espionage and sabotage across Europe. Is the West ready for what’s coming?

Virginia-Class Submarines are $17 Billion over Budget. Can The Navy Keep the Program Afloat?

Virginia-Class Submarines are $17 Billion over Budget. Can The Navy Keep the Program Afloat?

September 23, 2024

The Navy’s Virginia-class submarines are $17 billion over budget—can the program recover in time to keep America’s edge?

Inflation Hits the High Seas: The Navy Needs $1.95 Billion More To Finish Two Subs

Inflation Hits the High Seas: The Navy Needs $1.95 Billion More To Finish Two Subs

September 5, 2024

Budget battles intensify as the US Navy navigates inflation and strategic needs for submarine funding. Can they balance costs and security?

US Heavy Bombers Arrive in Romania, Marking a First in EU Operations

US Heavy Bombers Arrive in Romania, Marking a First in EU Operations

July 29, 2024

US B-52 bombers start historic operations from Romania, enhancing NATO readiness and demonstrating transatlantic unity.

Into the Virtual Battlefield: Enhancing Military Readiness through Simulation Training

Into the Virtual Battlefield: Enhancing Military Readiness through Simulation Training

March 9, 2024

Discover how Virtual Simulation Training revolutionizes US Military readiness with enhanced realism, safety, and cost-effectiveness.

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