Special Operations

Mark Mitchell is stepping down as the acting assistant defense secretary for special operations and low-intensity conflict.

Retired Army Gen. Raymond Thomas joined a list of former officers who have questioned the withdrawal of U.S. troops.

The administration's recent move to endorse a Turkish incursion into Syria sparked outrage among some U.S. Special Forces.

Recruiting for military special operations could focus less on aptitude scores and more on a computer algorithm.

She made history. Now, she's training to make a difference.

For nearly two years, Ryan McCarthy has built a reputation as one of the most visible figures in the Army.

First Lt. Chelsey Hibsch became the first female airman to earn the coveted Ranger tab on Aug. 30.

Sgt. La David Johnson is credited with displaying gallantry in action and killing several enemy fighters.

The review is scheduled to run until the fall and will draw on sources from both inside and outside the command.

The first enlisted woman to attempt the Air Force's special operations weather career field has not been selected to proceed.