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I sounded the alarm on burn pits — now I see smoke at the VA

The impact of VA Secretary Collins' staffing cuts remains hazy, not unlike the downwind side of a burn pit, Dan Clare of DAV argues in this op-ed.

By Dan Clare

8 weeks ago

Supreme Court hears arguments on veterans benefits appeals rules

The case involves how appeals panels must review denials in veteran disability cases.

By Leo Shane III

9 months ago

Senate Dems blast OMB for delaying VA decision on new Agent Orange presumptives

Senate Veterans Affairs Committee members have written the Trump administration to press for a decision on proposed Agent Orange presumptive diseases.

By Patricia Kime

6 years ago

No delay for new veterans community care rules, despite concerns from advocates

VA Secretary Robert Wilkie said the changes expanding private-sector care for vets will move ahead in June. Lawmakers still have doubts.

By Leo Shane III

6 years ago

‘I proudly served my country’: Do you know the Veteran’s Creed?

The eight-point mantra is designed to encourage veterans to continue serving their communities even after leaving the military.

By Leo Shane III

7 years ago

Veterans advocates honor fired VA secretary at private DC event

The event underscores a growing rift between some of the country's most prominent veterans advocates and the White House.

By Leo Shane III

7 years ago

2 women commanding vets’ groups say their historic roles haven’t meant big challenges

The leaders of Disabled American Veterans and the American Legion both say they haven't seen any particular problems due to their status as the first women to lead the groups.

By Leo Shane III

7 years ago

This week in Congress: State Department budget and veterans service organizations

Defense and veterans hearings for the week of Feb. 26, 2018.

By Leo Shane III

7 years ago

Veterans advocates rally at US Capitol for expanded caregiver benefits

Veterans groups want caregivers from all eras to be eligible for stipends and other assistance, but the plan would cost billions in coming years.

By Leo Shane III

8 years ago

VA programs at the center of Congress' latest health care battle

A plan to change rules regarding veterans seeking community medical care at government expense could have a wide-reaching impact on the national health care debate.

By Leo Shane III

8 years ago

Lawmakers take first steps toward a BRAC for VA facilities

Supporters admit the idea of closing VA buildings nationwide will be controversial, but said too many existing facilities are aging and underused.

By Leo Shane III

8 years ago

New VA claims process promises decisions within 30 days

Veterans Affairs officials on Thursday unveiled a new disability claims process they promise will result in decisions within 30 days, potentially shaving months off some veterans’ current wait.

By Leo Shane III

8 years ago

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Opinion

I sounded the alarm on burn pits — now I see smoke at the VA

The impact of VA Secretary Collins' staffing cuts remains hazy, not unlike the downwind side of a burn pit, Dan Clare of DAV argues in this op-ed.

Supreme Court hears arguments on veterans benefits appeals rules

The case involves how appeals panels must review denials in veteran disability cases.

Senate Dems blast OMB for delaying VA decision on new Agent Orange presumptives

Senate Veterans Affairs Committee members have written the Trump administration to press for a decision on proposed Agent Orange presumptive diseases.

No delay for new veterans community care rules, despite concerns from advocates

VA Secretary Robert Wilkie said the changes expanding private-sector care for vets will move ahead in June. Lawmakers still have doubts.

‘I proudly served my country’: Do you know the Veteran’s Creed?

The eight-point mantra is designed to encourage veterans to continue serving their communities even after leaving the military.

Veterans advocates honor fired VA secretary at private DC event

The event underscores a growing rift between some of the country's most prominent veterans advocates and the White House.

2 women commanding vets’ groups say their historic roles haven’t meant big challenges

The leaders of Disabled American Veterans and the American Legion both say they haven't seen any particular problems due to their status as the first women to lead the groups.

This week in Congress: State Department budget and veterans service organizations

Defense and veterans hearings for the week of Feb. 26, 2018.

Veterans advocates rally at US Capitol for expanded caregiver benefits

Veterans groups want caregivers from all eras to be eligible for stipends and other assistance, but the plan would cost billions in coming years.

VA programs at the center of Congress' latest health care battle

A plan to change rules regarding veterans seeking community medical care at government expense could have a wide-reaching impact on the national health care debate.

Lawmakers take first steps toward a BRAC for VA facilities

Supporters admit the idea of closing VA buildings nationwide will be controversial, but said too many existing facilities are aging and underused.

New VA claims process promises decisions within 30 days

Veterans Affairs officials on Thursday unveiled a new disability claims process they promise will result in decisions within 30 days, potentially shaving months off some veterans’ current wait.

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