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VA wants $6.6B in extra funding for FY25, down from $12B request
Officials revised their initial ask downward after criticism from lawmakers over previous inaccurate estimates.
Lawmakers accuse VA leaders of exaggerating budget shortfall
Congress approved $3 billion in emergency VA funding in September, but officials now say they did not need the money to cover immediate bills.
VA sees record rise in benefits delivery, but promises even more
VA Secretary Denis McDonough promises he'll continue the recent push to get more veterans enrolled in health care, benefits programs.
VP Harris backs plan to provide medical care for military PFAS victims
The move is part of a broader effort to better recognize and address toxic exposure issues among troops and veterans.
Dem-aligned group blasts GOP lawsuits challenging overseas ballots
Republicans argue that overseas ballots are insufficiently verified, while Democrats say the legal challenges are meant to sow confusion and distrust.
Sensor upgrades next up for the Army’s new rifle and machine gun
The Army wants 'plug and play' options for sensor development with the weapon's fire control.
By Todd South
Plans for multiple VA medical clinics remain stalled despite funding
More than $670 million set aside for new VA outpatient clinics in 12 states is still waiting for final plans from the White House and Congress.
Trump claimed that Democrats would use military and overseas absentee ballots to 'cheat' in the election, but experts say the system makes that nearly impossible
Experts say widespread voter fraud in military and overseas citizens ballots would be very difficult, given the nature of the system.
By Karen Jowers
Absentee voting deadlines loom for troops and their families
Here's what you need to know about voting when you're away from home.
By Karen Jowers