IAVA names former Marine Corps pilot Kyleanne Hunter as next CEO
Hunter becomes the second woman to lead the advocacy group's efforts in highlighting the challenges of young veterans.
Pentagon & Congress
Advocates push Senate to drop changes in 90/10 rule for vets benefits
A provision in the Republican-backed reconciliation bill would roll back restrictions on what federal funds for-profit colleges can receive.
With a drop of blood, this new device will test for TBIs in 15 minutes
A new rapid test that checks for traumatic brain injuries using a single drop of blood is expected to make its debut in the military in the coming months.
No firings planned after VA executive bonus mistakes, secretary says
VA Secretary Denis McDonough acknowledged serious mistakes in how executive bonuses were awarded last year but does not think firings are warranted.
Which airlines offer key benefits for troops? There’s a chart for that
Does your favorite airline offer free carry-ons and waived cancellation fees for troops?
House lawmakers moving ahead on defense, VA budget bills
Defense and veterans hearings for the week of June 3, 2024.
VA chief to address bonus scandal next week at House hearing
VA's top leader is expected to face harsh questioning about mistakes made in awarding nearly $11 million in senior executive bonuses last year.
Advocates fear growing backlash against aid for homeless veterans
Activists worry that laws aimed at penalizing homelessness and a lack of support resources will hurt efforts to help veterans.
VA urges mortgage firms to extend foreclosure pause until next year
A moratorium on foreclosures of VA-backed home loans is set to expire at the end of the week.
More kosher, halal foods needed in commissaries, lawmakers say
Are commissaries meeting the religious dietary needs of troops and families?
VA says its trust scores among veterans are at highest level ever
More than four in five veterans surveyed said they trust the department's programs and outreach efforts.
