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Advocates recruit vets to attend Afghan allies’ immigration hearings

The effort is designed to show support for legal immigration of more Afghans who worked alongside American forces during the war overseas.

By Leo Shane III

6 days ago

Afghanistan War Commission hears from vets as it tackles troop surge

The commission will hold a multipanel hearing on what for many is a defining point of the war: President Barack Obama’s troop surge in late 2009.

By Hope Hodge Seck

8 days ago

IAVA names former Marine Corps pilot Kyleanne Hunter as next CEO

Hunter becomes the second woman to lead the advocacy group's efforts in highlighting the challenges of young veterans.

By Leo Shane III

4 weeks ago

Army issues policy to discharge, disqualify transgender troops

The Army has issued its policy on the separation of transgender soldiers through a two-stage process.

5 weeks ago

How Memorial Day has evolved from its Civil War origins

Memorial Day is supposed to be about mourning the nation’s fallen troops. But it’s come to anchor the unofficial start of summer and retail discounts.

5 weeks ago

House Dems offer bill to keep transgender troops in the ranks

The legislation could force a public vote by House defense lawmakers on whether transgender individuals should be allowed to serve in the military.

By Leo Shane III

6 weeks ago