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Pick to lead VA benefits work faces criticism over reform proposals

Several Democratic lawmakers argued nominee Karen Brazell’s non-answers about the potential for benefits eligibility changes should be disqualifying.

By Leo Shane III

6 days ago

Trump claims big jump in VA trust scores, but data shows modest gains

Patient satisfaction rates have improved steadily at VA in recent years, but Trump insists his changes have reformed the entire department.

By Leo Shane III

3 weeks ago

Veterans’ voices shape report on the Afghanistan War’s lessons, impact

Veterans of the war in Afghanistan are telling a commission that their experience was not only hell, but but also confounding and demoralizing.

4 weeks ago

Documents reveal new details of Austin Tice’s capture and detention

The family of Marine veteran Austin Tice was allowed to view declassified intelligence about his detention in Syria.

By Todd South

5 weeks ago

Defense leaders to return Confederate memorial to Arlington Cemetery

The sculpture honoring Confederate fighters and the separatist movement was removed from the miltiary cemetery in 2023, but will be restored soon.

By Leo Shane III

6 weeks ago

VA leaders move to end all abortions at department medical sites

Abortion services had been offered at VA facilities since late 2022, even in some states where the procedures were outlawed. Now that will end.

By Leo Shane III

6 weeks ago

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