VA’s #2 leader downplays political strife between Congress, department
Veterans Affairs Deputy Secretary Paul Lawrence said his relationship with congressional Democrats is strong, despite public fighting.
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Senators criticize CFPB for dropping action on troops’ overdraft fees
CFPB ordered Navy Federal in November 2024 to pay $80 million to service members unfairly charged overdraft fees. CFPB terminated that mandate this month.
Space Force sees greater demand for national security launch program
The projected growth is driving the service to consider how it can expand its pool of launch providers.
GOP lawmakers attack new Defense Department abortion policies
House Republicans could try to block the moves in this year's defense authorization bill.
How enlisted troops’ roles in Space Command operations are evolving
"As we evolve our space operators, it’s really about, where do they fit into the larger picture?"
Leah Kilpatrick: Mindset shift can be hardest part of transition
Veterans who are moving to the civilian world need to understand the significance of the mindset shift it takes.
Biden wants ‘sharper rules’ on unknown aerial objects
The president has directed national security adviser Jake Sullivan to lead an “interagency team” to review U.S. procedures.
Troops can take three weeks off to travel for abortions, IVF treatment
The services have 30 days to enact a trio of new policies that aim to guarantee service members’ ability to access reproductive health care.
Alaska National Guard rescues two from remote region
Alaska National Guardsmen rescued two men suffering from severe frostbite in a remote area of the state.
Bill would launch clinical trials on cannabis use for vets pain, PTSD
The measure advanced out of a key Senate committee for the first time.
VA awards $20 million in prizes for vet suicide prevention projects
Top prize winners included an effort to improve internet access in rural areas and expand suicide prevention data research.
