Warfare is changing before our eyes. Strategic power, once represented by large armies and sophisticated machines, has irrevocably shifted. Today, influence is wielded through cheap drones and decentralized operations. And…
The withdrawal from Afghanistan was a predictable, preventable disaster, and forced many Veterans to confront difficult questions about their service and sacrifice. Against this backdrop of uncertainty and a deeply…
The fitness requirements for Ranger students is evolving, with an updated focus on functional combat fitness training. The U.S. Army Infantry School has changed the physical fitness assessment, which will…
At Fort Bragg, the world’s top snipers went head-to-head in the 2025 U.S. Army Special Operations Command (USASOC) International Sniper Competition. Over five intense days, 21 elite teams from U.S.…
In Special Operations, where precision, discipline, and resilience define success, one group of warriors remains largely unseen and unrecognized: the elite canines of the U.S. Army Special Forces. These four-legged…
We've entered a new era of aircraft modularity. To stay competitive in the ever evolving landscape of modern warfare, Air Force Special Operations Command has accepted the first missionized aircraft…
SOF stands at a pivotal moment, redefining its role after more than two decades of counterterrorism operations. While a strategic shift is underway, SOF has never lost sight of the…
Strong partnerships and open communication pathways between members of Congress and the Special Operations community are vital for shaping national security and foreign policy. Last night we hosted a reception…
Congress authorizes less than one-half of one percent of the intelligence budget for Open Source Intelligence, or OSINT, while OSINT makes up more than twenty percent of the President’s Daily…
President Donald Trump’s 2025 inaugural address outlined a bold vision for American national security, placing a renewed emphasis on sovereignty, border security, and energy independence. Declaring a national emergency at…
