Latest "military recruiting" stories

Lawmakers want to protect teen trainees from “predatory” instructors

Concerns linger about the number counselors booted from the program for abusing high-school students.

By Leo Shane III

3 weeks ago

Army, Navy and Air Force predict recruiting shortfalls this year

Only the Marine Corps is confident it'll meet this year's mission.

By Meghann Myers

5 weeks ago

The ‘Genesis’ of today’s recruiting crisis

Leaders blame various factors for the recruiting crisis. But some recruiters on the front lines say one big cause is missing from the conversation.

By Irene Loewenson and Geoff Ziezulewicz

6 weeks ago

Boosting enlisted pay to boost recruiting? Nope.

Defense officials say they will look into the idea of targeted pay raises in future department studies.

By Leo Shane III

2 months ago

Senators push DoD to approve recruits who’ve sought mental health care

Past treatment or diagnosis is still a bar to service for most.

By Meghann Myers

2 months ago

Military services grappling with filling their ranks in budget request

The services are looking to add about 12,000 troops to their ranks this year.

By Meghann Myers

2 months ago