Veterans

News that informs military veterans on topics such as benefits, healthcare and Tricare, transition assistance and more.

Hiring representatives from more than 100 companies attended the Hiring our Heroes hiring fair to assist transitioning veterans in their job hunt at the 96th Annual American Legion National Convention, Aug. 26, 2014.

These recommendations could help transitioning service members

The George W. Bush Institute is urging the current administration to support programs and resources to help veterans successfully transition to civilian li

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Vets unemployment improves, national jobless rate lowest since 1969

About 240,000 veterans nationwide were looking for work last month but unable to find steady employment.

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Veterans

New House Vets chair plans focus on PACT Act oversight, medical access

Rep. Mike Bost takes over as committee chairman after serving as ranking member last year.

VA needs COVID accommodations extended before emergency status ends

Officials say telehealth prescription services that benefit nearly 50,000 veterans will end if lawmakers don't extend special authorities.

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From undergrad to civilian career, ASU shapes Army veteran’s life

Jose and Amy Morenos' lives have been shaped by the experiences of themselves and their children with Arizona State University.

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Lawmakers demand fixes in VA health records before any more rollouts

New legislation would block further deployments of the controversial system until VA leaders can promise permanent improvements.

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A letter to the next US president: Here’s how you can fix our military

It’s hard to imagine the NFL only picking players based on subjective recommendations. So why does the military?

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High turnover on House Veterans’ Affairs Committee again this session

The panel will have 13 new faces this year, more than half of its total membership.

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108-year-old original Montford Point Marine honored for his service

Cosmas D. Eaglin Sr. was recognized for his years of dedicated service across three military conflicts.

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Enrollments in VA medical care spiked after PACT Act passage last year

Department leaders say the are confident the increases won't lead to longer wait times for appointments.

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NIIT helps veterans find careers in high-tech fields

The National Institute for Innovation and Technology helps veterans find careers in high-tech fields such as semiconductors and nanotechnology.

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New VA initiative helped house more than 40K vets last year

Department officials had set a goal of housing at least 38,000 veterans in need in 2022. They exceeded it.

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VA officials work to raise awareness of cemetery, burial services

Only about 20% of veterans are interred at national or state veterans cemeteries.

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A student draws on a piece of paper during the second to last day of school as New York City public schools prepare to wrap up the 2021/2022 school year on June 24, 2022 in New York City.

Nebraska considers using veterans to help address teacher shortage

A new bill would allow qualifying veterans to teach in Nebraska, but critics say it is not the solution to the state’s teacher shortage.

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White House names latest pick to lead veterans benefits operations

If confirmed, the move will give VA confirmed officials in its top leadership spots for the first time since early 2017.

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Members of the Oath Keepers extremist group stand on the East Front of the U.S. Capitol on Jan. 6, 2021, in Washington.

Four more Oath Keepers, including Army vet, convicted in Jan. 6 riot

Four members of the Oath Keepers have been convicted of seditious conspiracy in the Jan. 6, 2021, Capitol attack.

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No retroactive benefits for veterans past deadline, Supreme Court says

Current law states that veterans must file paperwork in that one-year window to backdate payouts to that military separation date.

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US drops case against Marine veteran cop accused of spying for China

After gaining asylum in the U.S., Baimadajie Angwang became a Marine and served in Afghanistan before being honorably discharged.

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Woman stole VA benefits for decades after mom’s death

The woman stole nearly $500,000 by impersonating her dead mother.

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Fixing disability and retirement pay is Congress’ next big vets issue

Advocates are hopeful they can finally fix the so-called "concurrent receipt" issue this session, following legislative successes last year.

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