Since November, VA officials have screened more than 1 million veterans for health issues related to things like burn pit smoke and chemical contamination. A federal judge recently told 3M that it may not use “bad faith manipulation” to avoid its responsibility in earplug lawsuits. The commander in chief traveled to Delaware for a veterans town hall to highlight new services and help for toxic exposure victims. The move builds on months of efforts to publicize health care and disability payouts available through the PACT Act. The lawsuit alleges that the contract violated the Military Lending Act. The five-minute series of questions is designed to inform vets of new benefits they may be able to receive. FOIA requests were originally filed back in May. New details about 1st Lt. David Schmitz's death have come to light in a federal civil lawsuit filed by his wife against three defense companies. Congress said officials could wait until 2026 to handle some claims, but White House officials have ordered VA to move faster. The 3M Company tried to declare bankruptcy in an effort to lessen the financial toll of lawsuits by veterans. Load More
