Veterans

News that informs military veterans on topics such as benefits, healthcare and Tricare, transition assistance and more.

Supreme Court upholds state government work protections for reservists

The Supreme Court allowed a former state trooper to sue Texas over his claim that he was forced out of his job when he returned from Army service in Iraq.

4 years ago
Last surviving WW2 Medal of Honor recipient Woody Williams dies at 98

Marine veteran Hershel “Woody” Williams famously destroyed enemy positions with a flamethrower on Iwo Jima.

4 years ago
No plans to increase abortion services at VA after Supreme Court ruling

The VA currently does not offer the procedure or counseling to patients seeking to get an abortion.

4 years ago
Advocates call on veterans to serve as poll workers for upcoming elections

Officials estimate they may have 100,000 fewer poll workers than they need to conduct upcoming state and local elections.

4 years ago
Senators vow to block VA’s hospital closure commission

Senators said the AIR Commission process has been flawed and unnecessary, despite nearly five years of effort.

4 years ago
Overdue veterans disability claims down almost a quarter in last four months

The backlog total was above 264,000 cases last fall.

4 years ago
Considerations for veterans when picking a college

Tips to pick the right college after your time in the service.

4 years ago
Major veterans toxic exposure legislation delayed again, but lawmakers insist it’s not defeat

Officials are optimistic the sweeping veterans bill will be finalized by Congress sometime next month.

4 years ago
Military veterans targeted by extremists preying on patriots

Extremist groups are shifting toward a more militia-style environment, targeting veterans for recruitment, valuing their skills and preying on their patriotism.

4 years ago
President Biden honors Wounded Warriors at soldier ride

President Joe Biden welcomed members of the Wounded Warrior Project to the White House for the group’s annual solider ride.

4 years ago

Supreme Court upholds state government work protections for reservists

The Supreme Court allowed a former state trooper to sue Texas over his claim that he was forced out of his job when he returned from Army service in Iraq.
Last surviving WW2 Medal of Honor recipient Woody Williams dies at 98

Marine veteran Hershel “Woody” Williams famously destroyed enemy positions with a flamethrower on Iwo Jima.
No plans to increase abortion services at VA after Supreme Court ruling

The VA currently does not offer the procedure or counseling to patients seeking to get an abortion.
Advocates call on veterans to serve as poll workers for upcoming elections

Officials estimate they may have 100,000 fewer poll workers than they need to conduct upcoming state and local elections.
Senators vow to block VA’s hospital closure commission

Senators said the AIR Commission process has been flawed and unnecessary, despite nearly five years of effort.
Overdue veterans disability claims down almost a quarter in last four months

The backlog total was above 264,000 cases last fall.
Considerations for veterans when picking a college

Tips to pick the right college after your time in the service.
Major veterans toxic exposure legislation delayed again, but lawmakers insist it’s not defeat

Officials are optimistic the sweeping veterans bill will be finalized by Congress sometime next month.
Military veterans targeted by extremists preying on patriots

Extremist groups are shifting toward a more militia-style environment, targeting veterans for recruitment, valuing their skills and preying on their patriotism.
President Biden honors Wounded Warriors at soldier ride

President Joe Biden welcomed members of the Wounded Warrior Project to the White House for the group’s annual solider ride.

Supreme Court upholds state government work protections for reservists

The Supreme Court allowed a former state trooper to sue Texas over his claim that he was forced out of his job when he returned from Army service in Iraq.
Last surviving WW2 Medal of Honor recipient Woody Williams dies at 98

Marine veteran Hershel “Woody” Williams famously destroyed enemy positions with a flamethrower on Iwo Jima.
No plans to increase abortion services at VA after Supreme Court ruling

The VA currently does not offer the procedure or counseling to patients seeking to get an abortion.
Advocates call on veterans to serve as poll workers for upcoming elections

Officials estimate they may have 100,000 fewer poll workers than they need to conduct upcoming state and local elections.
Senators vow to block VA’s hospital closure commission

Senators said the AIR Commission process has been flawed and unnecessary, despite nearly five years of effort.
Overdue veterans disability claims down almost a quarter in last four months

The backlog total was above 264,000 cases last fall.
Considerations for veterans when picking a college

Tips to pick the right college after your time in the service.
Major veterans toxic exposure legislation delayed again, but lawmakers insist it’s not defeat

Officials are optimistic the sweeping veterans bill will be finalized by Congress sometime next month.
Military veterans targeted by extremists preying on patriots

Extremist groups are shifting toward a more militia-style environment, targeting veterans for recruitment, valuing their skills and preying on their patriotism.
President Biden honors Wounded Warriors at soldier ride

President Joe Biden welcomed members of the Wounded Warrior Project to the White House for the group’s annual solider ride.

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