Veteran gets life sentence for plotting FBI attack after Jan. 6 arrestMarine veteran Edward Kelley was one of the first rioters to breach the Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021.By Michael Kunzelman, The Associated Press7 hours ago
Thousands of LGBTQ+ vets were promised pardons. Only 4 have succeeded.Former President Joe Biden pledged to use his clemency powers to right ‘an historic wrong.’ Why did it fall so short of its promise? By Leah Rosenbaum7 days ago
House passes $435 billion spending plan for VA in fiscal 2026Republicans approved plans for an 18% boost in total Veterans Affairs spending next year, but the measure is far from becoming law. By Leo Shane III7 days ago
Advocates recruit vets to attend Afghan allies’ immigration hearingsThe effort is designed to show support for legal immigration of more Afghans who worked alongside American forces during the war overseas. By Leo Shane III7 days ago
Lawmakers press VA for details on DOGE access to vets recordsDemocrats want promises from department leaders that sensitive medical and financial information is being handled securely. By Leo Shane III7 days ago
VA staff finished 2M disability claims faster than ever this yearThe department is about 15% ahead of its claims workload pace from last summer. By Leo Shane III9 days ago