Veterans

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

An honor guard carries the casket of former Army Sgt. Joel Gomez while sister Noemi Sanchez watches during funeral services at Abraham Lincoln National Cemetery on Tuesday, Nov. 29, 2022, in Elwood, Ill.

Soldier dies nearly 20 years after being wounded in Iraq

Former Army Sgt. Joel Gomez, who suffered catastrophic injuries while serving in Iraq in 2004, was laid to rest in Illinois with full military honors.

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Medal of Honor recipient Hiroshi Miyamura, a corporal in the U.S. Army during the Korean War, attends the groundbreaking ceremony for the National Medal of Honor Museum on March 25, 2022, in Arlington, Texas.

US Medal of Honor recipient Hiroshi Miyamura dies at 97

Hiroshi Miyamura, a former Army corporal who was awarded the U.S. Medal of Honor for his actions during the Korean War, has died.

25 hours ago

Veterans

Veteran’s lawsuit blaming antimalarial drug for psychosis tossed

A judge ruled late Monday that the lawsuit doesn't belong in a California court.

New life insurance program for disabled vets to launch in January

The program won't require any medical exams for veterans 80 years old and younger.

2 days ago

Lawsuit accuses VA of racial discrimination in benefits decisions

VA records show that over the past 20 years, Black veterans' disability claims were rejected at a higher rate than claims by white veterans.

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New mental health scholarships designed to counter VA staff shortfalls

VA will provide two years of graduate level tuition in exchange for a promise to work at a Vet Center for six years.

8 days ago

Vet sues over coverage denial for daughter gender transition

The veteran and daughter filed their lawsuit anonymously on Monday against the government via a Boston-based advocacy group.

9 days ago

VA stands by abortion policy after legal threats from state leaders

Republican state attorneys general vow to take the department to court over its decision to provide abortion access.

9 days ago

Robert McRuer, and Santy Rodelo, right, both of Washington, embrace during a candlelight vigil held in Dupont Circle, Monday, Nov. 21, 2022, in Washington, in memory of the victims of a gunman who opened fire with a semiautomatic rifle inside a gay nightclub in Colorado Springs.

Veteran helped disarm gunman at Club Q in Colorado Springs

Army veteran Rich Fierro is one of two men police are crediting with saving lives by subduing a gunman Saturday night at Club Q in Colorado Springs.

10 days ago

For Elegance Bratton, a destiny realized in ‘The Inspection’

Some of the torturous drill sergeant-scenes will remind many of “Full Metal Jacket,” but “The Inspection” has more complicated things to say.

11 days ago

Retired Army veteran Christopher Simmons and E.C. teacher guides seventh-grader Elijah Williams through a math problem on Wednesday, Nov. 9, 2022, at Meadowlark Middle School in Winston-Salem, N.C.

Army veteran finds his true calling as a teacher

Christopher Simmons credits the Army with helping him become a better teacher.

11 days ago

CEOcircle is a monthly peer accountability group for growth-stage companies looking to scale.

Program helps veteran entrepreneurs learn to grow businesses

JPMorgan Chase Commercial Banking and Bunker Labs developed CEOcircle, a mentorship program to help mid-size, military connected companies grow.

11 days ago

Alex McKindra is the Managing Director and co-head of Veterans Initiatives for JPMorgan Chase.

Veteran helps others find success after military service

Alex McKindra is the managing director and co-head of Veterans Initiatives for JPMorgan Chase, where he helps veterans find success in the business world.

11 days ago

Veteran caregiver kids: America wants to hear your story

Hidden Helpers Coalition is shining a light on the experiences of children who are helping care for wounded veterans.

13 days ago

Funeral set for Marine vet, former judge Doug McCullough

Doug McCullough served more than 30 years in the Marine Corps, nearly all of them in the reserves, where he reached the rank of colonel.

13 days ago

Marine vet’s execution date set after 21 years on death row

The former Marine Corps recruiter was convicted in the 2000 rape and killing of a 16-year-old waitress.

14 days ago

VA suicide prevention efforts need more focus on gun safety training

The VA Inspector General found problems with gun safety training completion and follow-through.

14 days ago

Lawmaker pushes plan to cap attorney fees for Camp Lejeune lawsuits

VA officials and veterans advocates have warned that many veterans may be taken advantage of by lawyers filing suits related to water contamination there.

2 weeks ago

Did VA’s health records problems cause two patient deaths in Ohio?

Republican lawmakers want more details on the deaths and assurances that the new VA records system won't cause more harm.

2 weeks ago

Leah Kilpatrick: TAP into available programs to prepare for transition

In this essay, Leah Kilpatrick explains how transitioning service members can make the most of the Transition Assistance Program.

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