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The transition team will meet with the commanders of U.S. forces in Afghanistan, Africa and South Korea.

The Department of Defense continues to introduce physically demanding requirements for both men and women.

Hicks served in the Pentagon during the Obama-Biden administration.

More than 70% of Americans remain unable to join the military due to obesity, education problems, or crime and drug records.

Biden was referring to questions about cybersecurity threats in the wake of what's believed to be a Russian-led attack.

A small percentage of medical personnel and top DoD officials are expected to be the first to receive the vaccine.

Biden is facing criticism, including from within his party, for selecting a recently retired general to lead the Pentagon.

A source said Biden's decision to pick Austin over other frontrunners is based on their long-standing relationship.

Biden surprised many with his decision to name retired Army Gen. Lloyd Austin his defense secretary pick.

Biden told reporters that he'll announce his intended defense secretary pick on Friday.