Pick to lead VA benefits work faces criticism over reform proposalsSeveral Democratic lawmakers argued nominee Karen Brazell’s non-answers about the potential for benefits eligibility changes should be disqualifying. By Leo Shane III4 days ago
Timely payments for Guard deployed to DC a concern, lawmaker saysA top Senate Democrat is still awaiting clarity on when Guard troops patrolling the nation's capital will be compensated for that military duty. By Leo Shane III4 weeks ago
VA leaders move to end all abortions at department medical sitesAbortion 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 III6 weeks ago
Senate confirms senior VA advisor to become next department watchdogThe incoming VA Inspector General, Cheryl Mason, worked for several months alongside the senior VA leaders she will now be charged with investigating.By Leo Shane III6 weeks ago
Marine vet’s wife released from ICE custody after senator’s advocacyOn Monday, ICE released Paola Clouatre, a Mexican national and the mother of two young children, following advocacy from Republican Sen. John Kennedy.7 weeks ago
Mexican national married to Marine vet seeks release from ICE custodyOnce a week, the veteran makes an eight-hour roundtrip trek from Baton Rouge so his wife can breastfeed their 4-month-old baby and see their 2-year-old.7 weeks ago
