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Scammers who target veterans could face extra prison time
Legislation would add 10 years to fraud convictions when the victim is targeted because of their veteran status.
McConnell challenges Biden to boost defense budget against China
The Senate's top Republican has challenged the president to boost defense spending to show the Democrat is serious about working with Republicans to confront China.
By Joe Gould
Microsoft wants to help more veterans get tech jobs
The largest software company in the world launched a toolkit on Veterans Day with resources and tips for veterans looking to transition into civilian tech careers during the pandemic.
By Jared Morgan
AOC proposes measure to put an end to military recruiting using esports teams, livestreaming
The proposed amendment to the House Appropriations bill would prohibit government funds from supporting military presence on esports platforms.
By Harm Venhuizen
House Democratic leaders hopeful progressive wing won’t derail defense policy bill
House Armed Services Committee Chairman Adam Smith says progressives have a path to vote for the chamber’s annual defense policy bill.
By Joe Gould
War powers debate teed up for defense policy bill
The Democratic-controlled House is expected to vote this week on several measures to limit the president’s power to wage war on Iran and aid the Saudi war in Yemen.
By Joe Gould
Vets employment conference brings business leaders, advocates together to address challenges
The event — co-hosted by Military Times and VETS Indexes — was designed to share best practices and challenges in post-military employment.
Brewing Capitol Hill fight: Is VA broken or under attack?
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez has received harsh criticism from Republican opponents over her comments defending VA health care options.
What’s in a name: PODCAST
Political Fallout Shelter podcast for April 29: Patrick Shanahan's nomination, AOC on VA policy, the Harry S. Truman decommissioning.
VA privatization latest battleground for congressional rising stars
Democratic New York Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez and Republican Texas Rep. Dan Crenshaw offered starkly different views of today's VA in events this week.
Ro Khanna and progressive Democrats hope ‘Blue Wave’ shakes up American defense policy
Democratic leaders will have to navigate alongside a caucus of moderates who back strong military spending and progressive members who have decried Pentagon largess.
By Joe Gould