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.
Tell us: Has the COVID vax made you question other mandatory shots?
The COVID-19 vaccine is no longer mandatory, but more than a dozen shots still are.
Vets groups push for another hefty increase to VA’s budget next year
Advocates are pushing a boost in VA discretionary funding to expand health care services for elderly vets and improve aging buildings.
1st missile strike at aerial object over Lake Huron missed
The military went to “great lengths” to make sure the strikes did not put civilians at risk, said the chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff.
Iran overshadows terror cells as US Air Force’s top Mideast priority
“Who would have ever thought that Russia would be beholden to Iran in some way?” said Air Forces Central boss Lt. Gen. Alex Grynkewich.
Air Force mulls remote control of drone wingmen
Air Force Chief of Staff Gen. CQ Brown said future budgets will show the service is committed to new forms of uncrewed aircraft.
This is why Jan. 6 Defense Department, Army texts weren’t preserved
Current policies allow a wide range of apps that pose security and records preservation concerns.
Chinese balloons spotted over Mideast posed no threat, three-star says
Air Forces Central boss Lt. Gen. Alexus Grynkewich said the balloons haven't encroached on "sensitive" U.S. sites in the Middle East.
Civil War artillery shell discovered at Gettysburg
An unexploded artillery shell was discovered at Gettysburg National Military Park.
DoD pulls back Tricare contract in West Region for ‘corrective action’
It's not known whether the action will affect the timeline for starting the newest iteration of Tricare contracts.
