President Donald Trump signed the annual defense authorization bill into law Dec. 18, confirming a 3.8% raise in military basic pay.
Military retirement pay will rise 2.8% in 2026 as the new COLA takes effect, lifting checks starting December 31, 2025. The ...
Editor's note: This is the first installment of New Year, New You, a weeklong look at your financial health headed into 2025. Many U.S. military service members anticipate significant increases to ...