Hegseth reveals new name for USNS Harvey MilkThe U.S. Navy renamed the USNS Harvey Milk to the Oscar V. Peterson in an effort to take the "politics out of ship naming," SecDef Pete Hegseth said.By Riley Ceder10 days ago
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White House taps nominees for VA’s top benefits, technology rolesKaren Brazell currently works as a senior VA advisor and would serve as the department's next Under Secretary for Benefits. By Leo Shane III3 weeks ago
Hegseth orders renaming of ship named for gay rights icon Harvey MilkU.S. officials say Navy Secretary John Phelan put together a small team to rename the replenishment oiler and that a new name is expected this month.By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press5 weeks ago
House Dems offer bill to keep transgender troops in the ranksThe 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 III7 weeks ago
House chairman asks Attorney General to investigate former VA leadersHouse Veterans' Affairs Chairman Mike Bost suggested former department leaders could face criminal charges for past budget mistakes. By Leo Shane III2 months ago