Drew F. Lawrence

Drew F. Lawrence is a reporter and producer for Military.com, covering breaking news and creating audio and video for the site.

He joined Military.com from a fellowship at CNN where he covered military issues and produced content for shows like The Lead with Jake Tapper.

Prior to journalism, Drew spent four years in the Army as an Armor Officer.

He is a graduate of The George Washington University’s School of Media and Public Affairs, where he studied journalism. He hails from Massachusetts and is a proud New England sports fan.

Email: drew.lawrence@military.com

Latest Articles

The sun rises at the Vanessa Guillén gate before the arrival of a congressional delegation at Fort Hood, Texas.

Army Veteran Who Stole Millions Worth of Equipment from Fort Hood Gets Jail Time

Last week, an Army veteran was sentenced to 18 months in jail and ordered to pay almost $1.3 million in restitution for the...

Joint Staff spokesperson Air Force Col. Patrick S. Ryder addresses the media during a press briefing at the Pentagon, Washington, D.C.

The New Pentagon Spokesperson Is an Air Force One-Star

The Department of Defense announced Thursday that Brig. Gen. Patrick S. Ryder will be the Pentagon's newest spokesperson --...

An Australian soldier participates in an amphibious raid with Marines during the Navy’s Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) exercise.

This Week's Top Military Photos: Relief at the Passage of the PACT Act and Guard Gets Grimy

This week in the military included the U.S. Senate passing historic burn pit legislation, the Pentagon appointing a new...

On Jan. 6, Andrew Cavanaugh (circled) entered the Capitol through the Senate Wing minutes after the initial breach of the building and remained in the building for just over 30 minutes.

Marine Who Rioted in the Capitol on Jan. 6 Gets Probation

Attorneys from both sides of the courtroom drew attention to Andrew Cavanaugh's military service.

Stewart Rhodes, founder of the Oath Keepers

What the Military Records of the Oath Keepers' Leader Actually Say About His Service

The founder of the Oath Keepers group was allegedly behind a sedition plot on Jan. 6 and used his veteran status as a...

A supporter dons a USS Liberty memorial shirt.

'We're Fed Up With It': Survivors of the USS Liberty Look for Answers 55 Years Later

The attack, which left 34 Americans dead and 174 others injured, has been veiled in controversy since it happened.

A photo illustration featuring Andy Huynh and Alex Drueke.

How 2 American Veterans Ended Up in Ukraine, Prisoners of Russian-Armed Militants

The untold story of how two American vets, now captives of Putin’s allies, ended up fighting in Ukraine.

Finish line for the inaugural Coast Guard Marathon.

Registration for the Second Ever Coast Guard Marathon Opens Thursday

The Coast Guard race is a relatively new event in comparison to distance races hosted by the other services.

Kentucky National Guard soldiers and airmen aided in flood relief efforts

National Guard Rescues Hundreds Amid Flooding in Kentucky; 37 Dead

Since Gov. Andy Beshear declared a state of emergency in Kentucky on July 26, the National Guard has been working at a...

Jon Stewart at rally before vote on bill to help vets exposed to toxic substances.

After 3 Tries, Veterans Toxic Exposure Bill -- the PACT Act -- Finally Passes US Senate

Intense negotiations over amendments and a final vote followed days of veterans protesting outside the U.S. Capitol building.

Marine watches effects of an anti-personnel obstacle breaching system.

This Week’s Top Military Photos: Chuck Liddell Is Airborne, Finally -- Another Explosion on DVIDS

Military.com's top photos of the week, July 24 - July 29.

U.S. military's European Command birthday cake.

On 70th Anniversary of US European Command's Creation, a Wary Eye Cast Toward Russia

EUCOM was founded in 1952 as a permanent U.S. military presence in Europe in the wake of WWII.

Fire Watch explores what happened at Red Hill last year.

Fire Watch Episode 2: Disaster At Red Hill

What happened at Red Hill? Last year fuel tanks at the Navy facility spilled thousands of gallons of fuel into Hawaii’s water...

Fire Watch Episode 1: Making A Space Troop

How is the military making space troops? Fire Watch looks at the military’s newest service, how the Space Force is building...

Sales associate arranges a display of diamond rings.

Major Jewelry Retailer to Pay Millions for Duping Troops and Families

The retailer, which shut down nationwide during the pandemic, boasted of its service to service members and families in...

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News conference after Senate passed bill to help vets exposed to toxic substances.

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Latest Military Videos

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View of Taiwan Strait After Chinese Military Exercises

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Investigations and Features

Trump supporters try to break through a police barrier at the Capitol

What Happened to Members of the Military Accused of Storming the Capitol on January 6?

At least five service members allegedly were part of the deadly pro-Trump mob that assaulted the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6.

House of Prayer Church in Hinesville, Georgia.

How a Church Allegedly Scammed Millions in VA Money from Vets

The FBI raided five church facilities -- all right outside major military installations -- in June.

Army News

Pro Publica sexual assault investigation

Twice Accused of Sexual Assault, He Was Let Go by Army Commanders. He Attacked Again.

Christian Alvarado began to type as he sat alone in an interrogation room at Fort Bliss, a sprawling Army post in El Paso...

Army Veteran Who Stole Millions Worth of Equipment from Fort Hood Gets Jail Time

Last week, an Army veteran was sentenced to 18 months in jail and ordered to pay almost $1.3 million in restitution for the...

Navy News

Machinist’s Mate (Nuclear) 2nd Class Joseph Morrissey, assigned to Pearl Harbor Naval Shipyard, fills jugs at a water distribution center servicing Joint Base Pearl Harbor-Hickam residents.

Navy: No PFAS 'Forever Chemicals' Detected in Red Hill Water

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The bow of U.S. Coast Guard Cutter Polar Star as it breaks ice in Antarctica.

Why the Military Has an Office Dedicated to Tracking the World’s Biggest Blocks of Ice

The National Ice Center is the only entity that monitors ice movement and formation across the globe.

Air Force News

Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force JoAnne S. Bass pauses for a photograph with airmen at Joint Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska.

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Space Force News

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Marine Corps News

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Coast Guard News

Coast Guard rescue crews safely transfer people from a grounded vessel to U.S. Coast Guard ships.

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