Trespassers threaten Fort Bragg training areas officials warn
Fort Bragg officials warn residents to stay off post training areas where live-fire exercises and heavy vehicles operate. Incidents have risen post lockdowns with four trespass citations issued last weekend. In past years people have been harmed or killed while intruding on artillery ranges and training zones.
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White House Pentagon rift deepens over Trump troop threat
The White House and Pentagon clash as President Trump threatens to deploy federal troops amid protests sparked by George Floyd's death. Defense Secretary Esper opposes invoking the Insurrection Act, urging governors to use National Guards, while generals warn against eroding the militarys trust with the public.
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18th Airborne Corps welcomes new command sergeant major
At Fort Bragg the 18th Airborne Corps welcomed its 27th command sergeant major during an assumption ceremony. Thomas T J Holland replaced Charles Albertson, who leaves for the Pentagon to serve as executive officer to the sergeant major of the Army. The move comes after Albertson’s 2018 19 deployment with CJTF OIR with 79 partner nations. Holland, a 1994 Army veteran, previously served with the 4th Infantry Division at Fort Carson and the 173rd Airborne Brigade in Italy, among others. He is joined by wife Anett and children Savannah and Jordan. Officials praised Albertson’s leadership as Holland prepares to continue readiness and readiness improvements. The ceremony acknowledged ongoing transformation within America’s Contingency Corps as community ties remain strong.
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