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Service chiefs testified about the readiness and strength of the U.S. military. Among the issues they addressed were military pay and retention rates, the effects of military and peacekeepin…

Witnesses testified about resuming live firing exercises on a U.S. Navy firing range on the island of Vieques in Puerto Rico. A presidential panel recommended that the military resume the ex…

Admiral Jay Johnson, Chief of Naval Operations, talked about the challenges the Navy faces in the coming years. Among the challenges were recruitment and retention of personnel, maintaining …

Witnesses testified before the House Armed Services Committee about military readiness and capability. Of particular concern were recruitment and retention of skilled and qualified personnel…

Witnesses testified that significant increases in the defense budget were needed to ensure a high level of operational readiness. Of particular concern were adequate training, recruitment an…