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Gold Star Mother disgusted with AP decision

Decision to show the world a Marine in his final moments crossed the line, says woman who lost her Marine son to war in 2006.

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AP photo of fallen Marine infuriates Hill

The Associated Press rejected a request by a grieving family and Defense Secretary Robert Gates to withhold a photo of a Marine dying from combat wounds in Afghanistan. The Legion stands by the family.

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Mullen: Cultural sensitivity needed in Middle East

Adm. Mike Mullen, JCS chairman, says that greater understanding of Middle East culture can help to resolve conflict in that region.

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The threat of a new missile age

The risk of electromagnetic pulse devastation is greater than ever. Why does Washington dismiss it?

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Laptop theft compromises Guard data

Contractor’s stolen laptop had personal info on 131,000 National Guardsmen.

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Obama will block release of detainee photos

President Barack Obama has moved to block the release of controversial photographs depicting the abuse of detainees in Iraqi and Afghan prisons.

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Napolitano apologizes to veterans

Homeland Security chief apologized to veterans during an April 16 interview on CNN, after The American Legion and other veterans service organizations objected to a report about right-wing extremism, issued by her office.

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Is Empire a Dirty Word?

The founding fathers’ answer may surprise you.

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Commander meets with D-Day vets

Commemorative weekend begins in Normandy.

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