The state says its National Guard members don’t need to get vaccinated. Pentagon officials say a failure to follow “valid medical readiness requirements” could “jeopardize” the status of troops.
Author: Jennifer Steinhauer
U.S. Air Force Has a 97 Percent Vaccine Rate for Active Duty Troops
While the Air Force has the earliest deadline, active duty members in all branches are nearing their goals — until Reserve and National Guard forces are counted.
Military Grants Few Vaccine Exemptions as Deadlines Loom
The majority of active-duty troops have gotten a mandatory coronavirus vaccine ahead of deadline, with religious-based exemptions largely dismissed.
Military Grants Few Vaccine Exemptions as Deadlines Loom
The majority of active-duty troops have gotten a mandatory coronavirus vaccine ahead of deadline, with religious-based exemptions largely dismissed.
Desperate for Housing Options, Communities Turn to Ballot Initiatives
Cities and counties will vote on measures, like tax hikes and curbs on Airbnb, aimed at creating more affordable housing.
Army Base Names Are Changing. But to What?
Congress mandated renaming military bases that commemorate Confederate leaders. The communities around them are now weighing in.
U.S. Army Tells Troops to Get Vaccinated Soon or Face Discipline
The military’s vaccination rates already outpace those in many states, but commanders want nearly total compliance.
U.S. Army Tells Troops to Get Vaccinated Soon or Face Discipline
The military’s vaccination rates already outpace those in many states, but commanders want nearly total compliance.
Some Healthy Americans Seek Coronavirus Booster Shots Before Approval
Many who feel they need more coronavirus protection have managed to obtain an extra dose. “I did feel bad about it. But I didn’t feel bad enough,” one woman said.
Veterans Struggle With Issues That Are Often Invisible to Others
Those who served in the wars that began after Sept. 11, 2001, are struggling with health problems, trauma and feelings of displacement and alienation.