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Art Pine

Defense

Army, Marine Corps struggle with mandate to expand

Plans to boost size of forces by 92,000 troops over the next five years are running into trouble.

Defense

Military cutting orders for costly high-tech weapons

Some analysts worry ballooning price tag for new technology will squeeze maintenance and other needs.

Defense

Navy in search of a fresh strategy for the 21st century

Challenges include potential competition from China, and launching small, near-shore expeditionary ventures.