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A long-pursued effort to repeal the so-called "widow's tax" failed to make it into the defense policy bill.

Rep. Seth Moulton is pressing Navy leaders to show they’re ready to combat swarms of small boats or drones.

The Justice Department has accused Rep. Duncan Hunter of illegally using campaign funds to pay for extramarital affairs.

The Senate is taking up the National Defense Authorization Act this week.

"Help is only available at the VA if you understand English," Rep. Mark Takano said.

Sen. Joe Manchin, D-West Virginia, said the country needs to move forward on implementation.

A growing chorus of lawmakers is concerned about the military boosting its presence in the Middle East amid Iran tensions.

Troops are prevented from suing the federal government for injuries deemed incidental to military service.

Different approaches in House and Senate would improve affected troops' chances for reconsideration.

Rep. Jackie Speier and Sen. Martha McSally are behind provisions to change how the military addresses sexual assault.