Army halts Corps reforms after GOP objections
Three Republican senators prompted the Defense Department to pause civilian control reforms at the Army Corps of Engineers. Army Secretary Louis Caldera suspended implementation to widen congressional discussion while promising greater project accountability. The move follows concerns the Clinton administration could politicize decisions on costly Mississippi River navigation projects amid whistle-blower claims of data manipulation and budget growth.
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Gulf War veterans show brain stem damage link to dizziness
A UT Southwestern study of 43 Gulf War veterans found eye and balance test results consistent with brain stem dysfunction, resembling damage seen in Tokyo sarin victims. Researchers note evidence is suggestive, not conclusive, and call for further study to connect chemical exposure to neurological effects.
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Marine captain brushed off pace concerns in fatal Camp Lejeune hike
Witness testified Capt. Victor Arana ignored complaints about the eight mile night march pace that contributed to Lance Cpl. Giuseppe Leto's heat death at Camp Lejeune. Sgt. Timothy Lucas and Sgt. Jonathan Ginsberg said Arana pressed Marines to hurry, while defense argues insufficient guidance.
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Major accepts AF discharge ends fight over anthrax vaccine
Major Lonnie Bates, 35, at Dover Air Force Base, was discharged under honorable conditions after facing a possible court martial for refusing the anthrax vaccine. The Pentagon maintains vaccine safety and seeks universal vaccination for 2.4 million personnel, with 200 to 300 defying the order amid prosecutions and resignations.
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