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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

After delay, Senate confirms Sam Brown to lead VA memorial affairs

The combat-wounded veteran and former Senate hopeful will oversee operations at hundreds of VA cemeteries and memorial sites.

By Leo Shane III

7 weeks ago

VA benefits won’t be halted under White House funding freeze order

White House officials said VA financial assistance programs do not violate rules banning diversity and inclusion efforts.

By Leo Shane III

8 months ago

Bill would allow retroactive Purple Heart vets to transfer GI benefits

Lawmakers want to close a loophole preventing post-9/11 retroactive Purple Heart recipients from transferring education benefits to dependents.

By Ashley Murray, Washington State Standard

16 months ago

Lawmakers push VA to improve military sexual assault response

A bipartisan group of lawmakers want VA leaders to step up outreach efforts to military sexual trauma victims, calling it a critical need.

By Leo Shane III

18 months ago

Bill would ease federal loan forgiveness process for troops, vets

Critics say defense and education officials need more coordination to improve the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.

By Leo Shane III

24 months ago

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