Jonathan Lehrfeld
Early Bird Brief Editor, Military Times
Jonathan is a staff writer and editor of the Early Bird Brief newsletter for Military Times. Follow him on Twitter @lehrfeld_media
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Weighing benefits: Could anti-obesity meds help troops’ weight issues?
Advocates argue that anti-obesity drugs like Ozempic could help overweight troops, but the services have no uniform policy for such treatments.
Report unlocks mystery of why Chinese bombers flew near Alaska in 2024
A new report reveals China's joint patrols with Russia near Alaska may have had motives beyond a political message.
Sergeant charged in Fort Stewart shooting that injured 5 soldiers
An Army sergeant accused of shooting five fellow soldiers at a Georgia base has been charged by the military with attempted murder.
Air Force investigating airman’s death during PT test
The Air Force said the PT assessment was routine, and is now trying to determine what caused A1C Moonga's death.
Navy Adm. Brad Cooper takes over at CENTCOM
Navy Adm. Brad Cooper will take over for U.S. Army Gen. Michael Erik Kurilla, who led Operation Rough Rider and Midnight Hammer at U.S. CENTCOM.
Two Chinese military vessels collide in South China Sea
A China Coast Guard vessel accidentally crushed the front of a People’s Liberation Army Navy ship while chasing a Philippine Coast Guard vessel.
Two Chinese military vessels collide in South China Sea
A China Coast Guard vessel and a People’s Liberation Army Navy ship crashed into each other on Aug. 11.
DC Guard slated to deploy by mid-week, defense official says
The Army has activated about 800 D.C. National Guard soldiers to support law enforcement across the nation’s capital.
Why sandwiches are the military’s most underrated culinary innovation
August is National Sandwich Month. From shelf-stable MREs to hoagies grabbed before a convoy, the sandwich has become a culinary icon within the ranks.
What to know about the Putin-Trump summit in Alaska
Whether the U.S.-Russia summit in Alaska can lead to a deal to produce peace in Ukraine more than 3 1/2 years after Moscow's invasion remains to be seen.
