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New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy signs a bill, July 6, 2023, in Paulsboro, N.J.

New Jersey failed vets in state-run homes hit by COVID-19, report says

A scathing federal report has found New Jersey's two state-run veterans homes were unprepared to keep residents safe during the COVID-19 outbreak.

3 months ago

Marine camouflage uniform shortage won’t be fixed until summer 2024

Marines’ camouflage uniforms are supposed to be difficult for enemy eyes to find. But these days, they’re difficult for even Marines to find.

By Irene Loewenson

3 months ago

Surge in COVID cases sparks worries among VA leaders

Active cases among VA patients have nearly tripled in the last month.

By Leo Shane III

4 months ago

Veterans Affairs medical sites drop mandatory mask requirements

Visitors and patients will no longer be required to wear masks at all times at the health care sites.

By Leo Shane III

6 months ago

VA to scale back remote work rules, require more in-office time

The changes will begin with workers in the Washington, D.C. headquarters starting this fall.

By Leo Shane III

6 months ago

Should VA keep spending leftover COVID funds or give them back?

When the national COVID-19 emergency ended earlier this month, about $2.1 billion in extra money for veterans support remained unused.

By Leo Shane III

6 months ago

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