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US to auto-register young men for potential draft

The United States is moving to automatically register men aged 18–25 for Selective Service, shifting the duty from individuals to the government. The rule, still awaiting approval, could take effect as early as December and is intended to streamline registration and save money, though it has sparked concerns about reviving a military draft in a crisis. The change was approved in the NDAA, current registration compliance sits around 81%, and the last draft occurred in 1973.

2 days ago•Source: BBC

"Congress Approves Defense Spending Bill with Troop Pay Raise and Bonuses"

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3.1 min•2 years ago

"Congress Approves Defense Spending Bill with Troop Pay Raise and Bonuses"

Congress passed the fiscal 2024 defense spending bill worth $825 billion, allowing the Pentagon to launch planned initiatives and procure key weapons systems after months of funding delays. The bill includes funds for ships, fighter jets, tankers, and hypersonic weapons, as well as multiyear contracts for critical munitions. It also allocates $300 million for the Ukraine Security Assistance Initiative, but faces opposition from some Republicans, including former President Donald Trump, and internal party tensions.

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