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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.

16 hours ago

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.

19 hours ago

Commentary

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?

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.

5 days ago

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.

5 days ago

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.

6 days ago

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.

6 days ago

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.

6 days ago

VA officials work to raise awareness of cemetery, burial services

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

8 days ago

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.

8 days ago

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.

8 days ago

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.

9 days ago

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.

9 days ago

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.

9 days ago

Woman stole VA benefits for decades after mom’s death

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

10 days ago

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.

12 days ago

Navy veteran scores dream job in outreach role with Commanders

Navy veteran Chris Bailey has found a new career with the Washington Commanders, serving as a liaison between the team and the military community.

13 days ago

Advocates push for national veterans strategy to focus support efforts

They say more coordination is needed with Defense Department leaders to ensure troops can transition to military life smoothly.

13 days ago

When VA calls, veterans listen

More than 70% of veterans approached through the department's Solid Start program talked to staffers about available programs and services.

14 days ago

Marine vet who hunted al-Qaida comes to dognapped Yorkie’s rescue

Rick Machamer said he served in the Iraq War, gathering human and signals intelligence for the Marine Corps. Here's how he used his skills to find the dog.

2 weeks ago

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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.

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

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

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

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

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

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

Navy veteran Chris Bailey has found a new career with the Washington Commanders, serving as a liaison between the team and the military community.

They say more coordination is needed with Defense Department leaders to ensure troops can transition to military life smoothly.

More than 70% of veterans approached through the department's Solid Start program talked to staffers about available programs and services.

Rick Machamer said he served in the Iraq War, gathering human and signals intelligence for the Marine Corps. Here's how he used his skills to find the dog.