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Judge orders return of dismissed probationary workers at VA, DOD
Thousands of federal employees could be reinstated to their government jobs following the ruling.
What troops need to know about the basic pay raise in 2025
All military members saw a significant pay raise in January 2025, but some troops will get even more this spring.
What troops need to know about Basic Allowance for Housing in 2025
The military’s housing stipend, known as the Basic Allowance for Housing, increased by an average of 5.4% per person in January 2025.
By Karen Jowers
VA to speed up health records system rollout, with new sites this year
A previous plan to deploy the controversial health records system to more VA hospitals in mid-2026 was short-sighted and slow, the new VA secretary said.
What service members need to know about retirement pay in 2025
Discover the latest developments in retirement pay for 2025.
By Karen Jowers
What troops need to know about the GI Bill, tuition assistance in 2025
The military helps troops and veterans achieve their educational goals with financial assistance offered through a number of programs.
What troops and retirees need to know about the VA home loan in 2025
The Department of Veterans Affairs home loan program has been used by millions of service members and veterans since it took shape near the end of WWII.
VA secretary insists massive staff cuts needed to refocus department
Secretary Doug Collins confirmed leaders are looking at trimming 80,000 workers to slim down the growing VA bureaucracy.
What troops need to know about life insurance in 2025
Learn about the latest life insurance changes and more as part of Military Times' 2025 Pay and Benefits Guide.
By Karen Jowers