Hegseth supports bill eliminating offsets for combat-disabled military retirees
Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth said he supports the Richard Star Act to give medically retired veterans full compensation.
By Patricia Kime
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Number of US troops wounded in war against Iran rises to about 200
The U.S. military’s Central Command said the vast majority of those wounded had suffered minor injuries and 180 troops had already returned to duty.
By Phil Stewart and Idrees Ali, Reuters
Several US troops wounded in attack in Syria: Reports
The U.S. currently has hundreds of troops deployed in eastern Syria as part of a coalition fighting the Islamic State group.
VA extends ‘legacy’ caregiver benefits through 2028
The PCAFC provides health care and monthly stipends to designated caregivers of combat veterans with a severe service-connected injury or illness.
By Patricia Kime
Program for youth caregivers, umpire academy among Fisher awardees
Five nonprofits were awarded a total of $400,000 for their innovative support of troops, military families and veterans.
By Karen Jowers
Recovery, resilience and returning from war in Ukraine
Soldiers have found ways to live their lives as productively as possible — and many still want to serve their country, even back at the front line.
By Tom Mutch