Follow the latest US Military news, videos, and analysis from ABC News.
February 6, 2025 at 9:43 PM
Service members sue Trump administration over transgender military service ban
Leading LGBTQ+ advocacy groups filed a federal lawsuit on behalf of six active duty service members over the Trump administration's ban on transgender military service.
February 6, 2025 at 9:43 PM
February 6, 2025 at 3:16 PM
Body of WWII soldier missing in action returned to US, reunited with sister
Margery Wong was reunited with her brother Sgt. Yuen Hop 80 years after he was declared missing in action.
February 6, 2025 at 3:16 PM
February 6, 2025 at 1:20 PM
At least 4 killed after US military-contracted plane crashes in southern Philippines
Officials say a U.S. military-contracted plane has crashed in a rice field in the southern Philippines, killing all four people on board
February 6, 2025 at 1:20 PM
February 5, 2025 at 6:11 PM
West Point disbands student clubs related to gender and race
The U.S. Military Academy at West Point has disbanded a dozen clubs on campus related to gender and race, ABC News has confirmed.
February 5, 2025 at 6:11 PM
February 2, 2025 at 2:24 AM
US launches military airstrikes in Somalia targeting ISIS members
The strikes were coordinated with the Somalia government.
February 2, 2025 at 2:24 AM
January 30, 2025 at 2:16 AM
Air Force pilot ejects safely before F-35 crashes in Alaska
Video shows the moment the pilot ejected from the fighter jet and parachuted to safety before it crashed and burst into flames. The pilot reported a malfunction and declared an in-flight emergency.
January 30, 2025 at 2:16 AM
January 29, 2025 at 11:30 AM
F-35 crashes at Eielson Air Force Base in Alaska as pilot ejects safely
An Air Force F-35 fighter jet crashed at Eielson Air Force Base in Alaska on Tuesday as the pilot ejected safely, officials said.
January 29, 2025 at 11:30 AM
January 29, 2025 at 8:16 AM
Trump looks to boot transgender troops from the military. Here's why it's complicated
President Donald Trump has launched his second bid to oust all transgender troops from the military, and once again it will be headed to the courts to sort it out
January 29, 2025 at 8:16 AM
January 29, 2025 at 7:11 AM
Mother of Navy SEAL recruit who died after completing 'hell week' demands answers
The mother of a Navy SEAL recruit who died after completing hell week training says the cases against the men she blames for her son's death were dismissed by the Navy.
January 29, 2025 at 7:11 AM
January 29, 2025 at 3:52 AM
Pilot safe after F-35 military jet suffers 'significant damage' in accident at Alaska base
A U.S. Air Force pilot is reported safe after an F-35 fighter jet crashed during a training exercise at a base in Alaska
January 29, 2025 at 3:52 AM
January 28, 2025 at 5:23 PM
Trump signs 4 more executive orders directed at the military
President Trump signed four more executive orders that aim to reverse several Biden initiatives related to the military.
January 28, 2025 at 5:23 PM
January 26, 2025 at 2:09 AM
Nonprofit helps veterans through mentorship
Army veteran and CEO of American Corporate Partners Richard Comitz discusses how the nonprofit helps guide veterans in their transition out of the military through meaningful mentorship.
January 26, 2025 at 2:09 AM
January 25, 2025 at 4:48 AM
For the first time, military aircraft are used to deport undocumented immigrants
The Trump administration has begun using military aircraft to transport immigrants who entered the U.S. illegally back to their home countries.
January 25, 2025 at 4:48 AM
1 month ago
Army officer's suicide death revives questions about mental health in military
The suicide death of a Green Beret on New Year's Day is reviving questions about whether enough is being done to identify service members in crisis.
1 month ago
2 months ago
Flames billow after military helicopter makes emergency landing on Camp Pendleton
A military helicopter made an emergency landing on Camp Pendleton, California Highway Patrol said in a statement.
2 months ago
2 months ago
Abu Yusif dead: US officials announce ISIS leader killed in airstrike
U.S. officials announced they conducted an airstrike on Syrian soil that killed two ISIS members, including a top official.
2 months ago
2 months ago
1 dead in 'isolated shooting' at Fort Eisenhower in Georgia
One person was shot and killed in an "isolated" shooting in on-post housing at Fort Eisenhower on Saturday, according to the base.
2 months ago
2 months ago
US Navy shoots down Houthi missiles targeting US-flagged ships in Gulf of Aden
Two U.S. Navy destroyers show down incoming Houthi missiles and drones that were targeting three U.S.-flagged commercial ships that the destroyers.
2 months ago
2 months ago
Unidentified drones seen over 3 British air bases used by US forces
Unidentified drones have been spotted again over three British air bases used by the U.S. Air Force, officials confirmed Tuesday.
2 months ago
3 months ago
Pentagon chief makes impassioned defense of women in combat
ABC News’ Luis Martinez reports on comments that are the strongest statement from the military since Pete Hegseth was tapped by President-elect Donald Trump to lead the Department of Defense.
3 months ago
3 months ago
Pentagon chief Austin makes impassioned defense of women in combat
Austin's comments are the strongest statement from the military since Hegseth was tapped by Trump to lead the DOD.
3 months ago
3 months ago
What will be the US military's role in Trump's mass deportation plan?
Thomas Homan, Trump's choice to serve as the border czar, said U.S. military assets would be a "force multiplier" in the deportations.
3 months ago
3 months ago
Capt. Lacie Hester shot down an Iranian fleet of drones. She earned the Silver Star
The Air Force's first female airman received the Silver Star for her role in shooting down dozens of Iranian drones headed to Israel.
3 months ago
3 months ago
US military suicides increased in 2023, continuing upward trend
Though concerning, military suicide rates over that time period were comparable to those of the wider U.S. population.
3 months ago
3 months ago
Military hunts for answers to mysterious brain injuries among troops
An unknown number of troops are suffering from mysterious neurological issues that researchers suspect could be linked to blasts caused by their own weapons.
3 months ago
3 months ago
Are blast waves from weapons causing traumatic brain injuries?
ABC News’ Anne Flaherty reports on preliminary research showing that blast waves from U.S. troops' own weapons and other explosive charges could be linked to neurological problems among soldiers.
3 months ago
3 months ago
Organization pairs veterans with man’s best friend
The SAVES Act provides certified service dogs to eligible veterans. Master Sergeant David Crenshaw joins us with his dog Doc to discuss how "K9’s For Warriors" changed their lives.
3 months ago
3 months ago
Veteran's nonprofit aids former vets facing food insecurity
On 7 acres in Brandywine, Maryland, former U.S. Army Special Forces counterintelligence agent Peter Scott is farming to help food-insecure veterans in the D.C. region.
3 months ago
3 months ago
Honoring military on Veterans Day
ABC News’ Bob Woodruff and philanthropist Craig Newmark share a preview of the Woodruff Foundation’s annual “Stand Up for Heroes” event.
3 months ago
3 months ago
Brain injuries a growing problem among US troops
ABC News’ Anne Flaherty reports on the investigation into one of the biggest medical mysteries facing the U.S. military.
3 months ago
3 months ago
US bombs 'numerous' Houthi weapon storage sites in Yemen, official says
American airstrikes targeted Houthi facilities in Yemen on Saturday night, a U.S. defense official confirmed to ABC News.
3 months ago
3 months ago
New film shares stories of combat chaplains
The documentary "Fighting Spirit: A Combat Chaplain’s Journey" takes a look at the history of U.S. military chaplains and their service.
3 months ago
3 months ago
Person of interest in custody after soldier found dead on Army base
Sarah Roque, 23, was reported missing when she failed to report for duty Monday.
3 months ago
3 months ago
Person of interest in custody after soldier found dead on Army base
A person of interest has been taken into custody in connection to a suspected homicide involving a soldier on an Army base, officials announced Thursday.
3 months ago
3 months ago
2 US service members injured in Iraqi raid targeting ISIS leaders
Two U.S. service members were injured overnight in a raid in Iraq that targeted top ISIS leaders and killed "multiple" ISIS operatives, the Pentagon said Tuesday.
3 months ago
3 months ago
2 US service members injured in Iraqi raid targeting ISIS leaders
Two U.S. service members were injured overnight in a raid in Iraq that targeted top ISIS leaders and killed "multiple" ISIS operatives, the Pentagon said Tuesday.
3 months ago
4 months ago
Navy IDs 2 'trailblazing' female aviators killed in Washington jet crash
The Navy on Sunday declared two aviators dead after their jet crashed in northeast Washington on Oct. 15.
4 months ago
4 months ago
US strikes Iran-backed Houthis in Yemen
The Houthis are backed by Iran and have taken credit for attacking ships in the Red Sea over the past year in response to the war in Gaza.
4 months ago
4 months ago
US military strikes Houthi targets in Yemen
The U.S. military struck weapons storage facilities in Houthi-controlled Yemen, a U.S. official told ABC News.
4 months ago
4 months ago
US military strikes Houthi targets in Yemen
The U.S. military struck weapons storage facilities in Houthi-controlled Yemen, a U.S. official told ABC News.
4 months ago
4 months ago
US airman killed by deputy in his own home honored at funeral
Civil rights activists and Air Force airmen lauded him during the ceremony.
4 months ago
4 months ago
800 vets kicked out under 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' get honorable discharges from DOD
More than 13,000 service members were kicked out under the policy between 1994 and 2011.
4 months ago
4 months ago
Trump says US troops should be used to go after 'radical left.' Can he do that?
Former President Donald Trump says troops should be used to go after "radical left lunatics" to handle any Election Day chaos. Can he do that legally?
4 months ago
4 months ago
Soldier who attempted to assist ISIS in killing US troops sentenced to 14 years
A United States Army soldier has been sentenced to 14 years in prison after he allegedly attempted to assist ISIS in conducting a deadly ambush on U.S. troops.
4 months ago
4 months ago
Investigation underway into deaths of 2 Navy SEALS
A Navy investigation revealed the two SEALS, who were part of a nighttime boat raid to stop missile components being shipped to Houthis, sank because of the weight of their gear.
4 months ago
4 months ago
US not withdrawing from Iraq but agreement could lead to troop reductions
U.S. and Iraq announce end of anti-ISIS coalition troop presence in Iraq could mean significant troop reduction in Iraq.
4 months ago
5 months ago
How NATO members are preparing for potential Baltic Sea battles
NATO troops, vessels and aircraft took to the frigid North Atlantic Ocean last month to sharpen their skills for a potential future war at sea.
5 months ago
5 months ago
19-year-old cadet found dead in dorm at US Air Force Academy
Cadet 4th Class Avery Koonce was found unconscious in her dorm Wednesday night at the Colorado institution, the U.S. Air Force Academy said.
5 months ago
5 months ago
2 US Marines assaulted by Turkish nationalists: Officials
Ten people accused of assaulting two U.S. Marines in Turkey on Monday were arrested on Tuesday, according to the Criminal Court of Izmir.
5 months ago
5 months ago
US Marines attacked in Turkey: 10 people arrested, court says
Ten people were arrested in connection with Monday's attack on two U.S. Marines in Izmir, Turkey. U.S. service members are restricted to their vessels at the port.
5 months ago