National Guard Temporarily Suspends Reenlistment Bonuses Due to Lack of Funding

Soldiers with the Kansas National Guard

Guardsmen looking to reenlist soon might want to consider holding out for a few more drill weekends, as the service component’s reenlistment incentives have been put on hold, according to an internal memo to the force reviewed by Military.com. “Effective immediately, the issuance of reenlistment bonuses is suspended,” the March 1 memo said. The suspension […]

West Point Suspends Garrison Commander Amid Ongoing Investigation

West Point cadets march in a Pass-in-Review ceremony

West Point’s garrison commander, Col. Anthony Bianchi, has been suspended, the Army confirmed to Military.com on Wednesday. “U.S. Army Garrison West Point commander has been suspended of his duties for alleged conduct pending the outcome of an investigation,” an academy spokesperson said in an emailed statement. It was unclear Wednesday why Bianchi was suspended or […]