A new Government Accountability Office report says the Defense Department should communicate more clearly with child-care providers participating in its fee-assistance program, which served about 171,000 children in fiscal year 2024.
An Associated Press investigation found more than 50 spouses and parents of active-duty U.S. service members detained since President Donald Trump began his second term.
An Associated Press investigation found that more than 50 military spouses and parents were detained during the Trump administration’s immigration crackdown. DHS separately reported detentions involving veterans and arrests of immediate family members.
An AP review found at least 51 spouses and parents of active-duty service members detained since January 2025, with deportations and custody continuing.
The House passed H.R. 8800 on July 22, proposing a statutory Department of War name, targeted military pay increases and about $1.15 trillion in authorizations.
A GAO review says military child-care staffing problems contribute to long waitlists, while unclear provider notices may disrupt fee-assisted community care.
