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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.

By Leo Shane III

3 days ago

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.

By Leo Shane III

3 weeks ago

Why the bar scene in ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ is more than just nostalgia

The bar scene, while nostalgic, functions as a crucial pivot point that sets up character arcs, thematic depth and emotional stakes.

By Clay Beyersdorfer

3 weeks ago

Some VA employees’ overtime pay will be delayed by software problems

Software handling timecards for VA employees has been malfunctioning for nearly a week, prompting concerns about paycheck delays.

By Leo Shane III

6 weeks ago

GOP senators eye legislative guardrails as VA prepares mass job cuts

GOP Senate leaders said they are working with VA officials on ways to ensure that plans to cut 80,000 jobs don't dismantle department services.

By Leo Shane III

2 months ago

VA benefits won’t be halted under White House funding freeze order

White House officials said VA financial assistance programs do not violate rules banning diversity and inclusion efforts.

By Leo Shane III

3 months ago