Troops need better health care access, top enlisted tell lawmakersFunding shortages and Tricare contract problems continue to plague the military health care system, senior enlisted leaders told lawmakers.By Karen Jowers4 weeks ago
VA secretary to testify on department budget needs, workforce cuts Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of April 7, 2025.By Leo Shane III4 weeks ago
GOP lawmakers suggest DOD cut climate change initiatives from budgetRepublican leaders in Congress are recommending the Pentagon cut $377.35 million worth of climate change initiatives and allocate that money elsewhere.By Jen Judson7 weeks ago
VA wants $6.6B in extra funding for FY25, down from $12B requestOfficials revised their initial ask downward after criticism from lawmakers over previous inaccurate estimates.By Leo Shane III5 months ago
VA acknowledges significant errors in budget shortfall predictionsDepartment leaders had warned of funding gaps of up to $18 billion but now believe those estimates were too high.By Leo Shane III6 months ago
Senate VA committee chairman Tester loses to Navy vet challengerTim Sheehy's win coupled with other GOP victories will give Republicans control of the Senate next year.By Leo Shane III6 months ago