VA claims backlog drops below 70,000 for first time in six yearsThe VA claims backlog dropped below 70,000 for first time since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic.By Patricia Kime5 hours ago
A veterans organization has millions in the bank. Why did it seize a small chapter’s donation? A battle over a small DAV chapter’s donation reveals a larger struggle over money, authority and the future of local posts.By Sonner Kehrt, The War Horse8 hours ago
VFW defends First Amendment rights amid blowback over political cartoonLawmakers and veterans groups are divided on how to pay for a major veterans benefits reform bill.By Patricia Kime3 days ago
Unemployment for post-9/11 veterans climbs in June as nation’s job market slidesThe closely watched jobless rate for post-9/11 veterans bumped up from 4.1% in May to 4.8% in June as national job creation plunged.By Richard Sisk6 days ago
Staff sergeant becomes only airman in his class to complete Army Air Assault SchoolStaff Sgt. Ivan Sauer became the only airmen in his class to complete the 10-day U.S. Army Air Assault School.By Cristina Stassis8 days ago
Following reports of staff shortages and safety concerns, VA to centralize its police forceThe VA police force has faced challenges with recruiting and retention, raising safety concerns at facilities.By Patricia Kime2 weeks ago