US military troops come in active-duty, Guard, and reserve forces. Here's what each one does.
US military forces do a lot at home and abroad, but the different types of troops and the rules for each can be confusing.
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US lawmakers urge sanctions on Iran-backed militias, end security assistance to Iraq
The call comes amid growing US pressure on Iraq to prevent its financial system from breaching sanctions on neighbouring Iran ...
The Birth of the American Military
Jefferson’s sentiments reflected the prevailing mood of a sizable majority of the country at the dawn of the 19th century: A ...
Dems in Nassau County sue over GOP leader’s civilian militia plan
Nassau County Executive Bruce Blakeman’s proposal to designate “special deputies” to assist law enforcement has drawn backlash — and comparisons to the Nazi militia known as the “Brownshirts.” ...
L.I. lawmakers sue Nassau executive Blakeman for creating taxpayer-funded militia of armed civilians ‘in secrecy’
The suit challenges the legality of the “special deputy sheriffs” program announced in March 2024 to public outcry by ...
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Trump Raises Pressure for Release of Elizabeth Tsurkov, a Nearly Forgotten Hostage Held in American-Allied Iraq
Following two years that saw little help from Washington, there is now a 'refreshing change in tone,' her sister, Emma, tells ...
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NY county exec's armed volunteer unit amounts to illegal militia, Democrats say in lawsuit
Democrats in suburban New York are suing a Republican county executive over his creation of an armed unit of volunteer ...
Nassau County's citizen militia draws challenge from Democrats
Democrats are looking to un-arm Republican County Executive Bruce Blakeman's so-called "citizen deputies." They are ...
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Steube, Wilson Demand Action Against Iran-Backed Militias in Iraq
Representatives Greg Steube (R-FL) and Joe Wilson (R-SC) recently wrote to Secretary of State Marco Rubio and National Security Adviser Mike Waltz, calling for ...
Democrats Sue to Block Armed Volunteer Force in Nassau County
The corps created by Bruce Blakeman, the Nassau County executive, is “an authoritarian power grab in the heart of suburban ...
At least 55 civilians killed by militia fighters in northeastern Congo
Authorities say militia fighters in northeastern Congo have killed at least 55 civilians in an attack on a cluster of villages and a camp for displaced people camp ...