VA to ease authorization rules for some outside care, raising concernsOfficials will extend authorizations for care handled outside the VA system for 30 different medical specialties, a move they say will ease red tape. By Leo Shane III4 weeks ago
Advocates worry new White House order on homelessness could hurt vetsA White House plan would make it easier for local officials to force homeless veterans off the streets and into medical or criminal institutions. By Leo Shane III5 weeks 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 III2 months ago
Trump pardons Army officer who defied COVID prevention rules Former 1st Lt. Mark Bashaw was convicted of disobeying rules about face masks and virus testing before he was forced out of the service. By Leo Shane III3 months ago
House Dems offer bill to keep transgender troops in the ranksThe legislation could force a public vote by House defense lawmakers on whether transgender individuals should be allowed to serve in the military. By Leo Shane III4 months ago
Senators demand new investigation into former Gen. Milley’s conduct Republican lawmakers are asking for punishment against the former Joint Chiefs Chairman for perceived moves undermining civilian control of the military. By Leo Shane III4 months ago
