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Hegseth’s track record falls short of military standards: Dem senators

In this op-ed, Sens. Kelly and Duckworth argue Pete Hegseth falls short of the standards expected of those he would oversee as defense secretary.

Confirmation hearing for Trump’s VA Sec pick delayed over FBI check

The confirmation hearing had been scheduled for Tuesday morning, but will now be held next week.

New Senate Vet Affairs chair plans focus on care access, mental health

Kansas Republican Sen. Jerry Moran will lead the chamber's veterans policy committee for the second time.

Blitz of confirmation hearings includes VA, DOD secretary picks

Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of Jan. 13, 2025.

Trump picks Senate candidate Sam Brown to head VA memorial affairs

The comabt wounded Army veteran will oversee VA cemetery operations and policies if confirmed to the new role.

Senate hearing could decide whether Hegseth becomes defense secretary

The Senate Armed Services Committee will hold a confirmation hearing for Trump's defense secretary pick next Tuesday.

Government funding bill clears Congress, averting a shutdown

The plan now goes to President Joe Biden, who is expected to quickly sign it into law.

Defense bill for 2025 would delay F-35 deliveries

Key lawmakers grew frustrated with the F-35 program earlier this year, as critical upgrades stalled and jets piled up at Lockheed Martin's Texas factory.

Lawmakers call for in-depth VA study on blast pressure injuries

The 10-year research plan would examine blast injuries among veterans and offer suggestions for treatments.

Last soldier to leave Afghanistan confirmed as new Army Europe leader

Army Lt. Gen. Chris Donahue's promotion had been delayed for several weeks for unspecified reasons.