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I sounded the alarm on burn pits — now I see smoke at the VA

The impact of VA Secretary Collins' staffing cuts remains hazy, not unlike the downwind side of a burn pit, Dan Clare of DAV argues in this op-ed.

Trump picks senior VA advisor to serve as top department watchdog

Cheryl Mason's shift from administration insider to department watchdog elicited concerns about her ability to be an independent voice on VA operations.

Collins, Dems spar over whether VA needs key fixes or full overhaul

Congressional fights over plans to cut tens of thousands of VA staffers hinge on lawmakers' views on just how dysfunctional the department is.

VA shifts survivors assistance office in effort to speed up benefits

Officials hope to cut down on red tape for individuals seeking support and benefits after a veteran's death.

White House budget plan gives 4% boost for VA amid other agency cuts

VA would be one of only a few federal departments to see a funding increase under the president's $1.7 trillion budget plan.

House chairman asks Attorney General to investigate former VA leaders

House Veterans' Affairs Chairman Mike Bost suggested former department leaders could face criminal charges for past budget mistakes.

Opinion

Vets deserve to stay in their homes — VA is about to put that at risk

With VA set to end its mortgage rescue program, leaders must devise a solution that keeps veterans in their homes, the author of this op-ed argues.

Poll shows young vets unhappy with Signal leak, federal program cuts

A survey of more than 1,400 Iraq and Afghanistan veterans found concerns across party lines about the White House's handling of national security issues.

Officials launch task force to root out ‘anti-Christian bias’ in VA

The move follows an order by President Donald Trump to look for evidence of discrimination against Christians throughout the federal government.

Senate leaders set May 7 hearing to review VA budget, reform plans

VA Secretary Dog Collins will face sharp questions about his department overhaul efforts from the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee next month.