Senators demand DOD answers on troops’ self-inflicted brain injuriesThe move follows reports of troops suffering significant injuries from the concussive blasts from their own weapons.By Leo Shane III3 months ago
Disability payouts help some vets earn more than healthy peersVeterans with low disability ratings see higher income than non-disabled peers, but individuals with significant health issues lag far behind.By Leo Shane III4 months ago
VA workers face more mandatory overtime amid record claims processingThe backlog of overdue disability claims is expected to keep rising over the next year.By Leo Shane III5 months ago
Drone attacks on US troops in Middle East rise to 55 in under a monthThe U.S. has struck multiple targets in Syria in retaliation.By Meghann Myers5 months ago
21 troops injured in Iraq and Syria drone strikesThe injuries occurred during attacks on Oct. 17 and 18.By Meghann Myers6 months ago
Marine vet stole $344K in benefits, lied about brain injury, feds sayPaperwork Paul John “PJ” Herbert provided for an event didn’t mention a Bronze Star or a Combat Action Ribbon, both of which he wore on his dress uniform.By Irene Loewenson7 months ago