Veterans program funding ends up a winner in debt limit dealVeterans program funding would see an increase in fiscal 2024, unlike most other non-defense spending.By Leo Shane III4 days ago
GOP lawmakers: our budget-cutting plan doesn’t harm veteransTwo GOP lawmakers say the House Speaker's proposed budget cuts won't touch federal spending on veterans.By Rep. Mike Bost, R-Ill. & Rep. Tom Emmer, R-Minn.3 weeks ago
Veteran’s benefits take center stage in partisan budget showdownFighting between Democrats and Republicans over budget legislation has left veterans advocates uncertain about future support for their priorities.By Leo Shane III5 weeks ago
VA leaders aren’t worried about looming budget fights ... yetLawmakers are skeptical of the White House's plan for $325 billion in department funding next year.By Leo Shane III2 months ago
Dept. of Veterans Affairs, union spar over staffingVA officials said hiring and retention levels are at record highs, but workers groups say even more staff is needed to keep up.By Leo Shane III and Molly Weisner2 months ago
White House plan calls for small boost in VA program budgetA proposed 2.2% increase in discretionary spending would be the lowest boost since 2016.By Leo Shane III3 months ago
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