The suspension is a discretionary, but not unusual, step when an investigation is underway, Maj. Montrell Russell said.

Anthony Pone, a local Army Veteran, is working towards being a participant in the 2028 Paralympic games in LA, and the Invictus games in 2029.

The Army has implemented significant updates to its retention program in fiscal year 2026, reinforcing a performance based approach

The forces give Trump military options in Iran, including operations that could target opening the Strait of Hormuz, take oil from Kharg Island or seize Iran's stockpile of enriched uranium, sources said.

Many internet users speculated the change would help address a trend of lower recruitment numbers in the military.