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VA to ease authorization rules for some outside care, raising concerns

Officials will extend authorizations for care handled outside the VA system for 30 different medical specialties, a move they say will ease red tape.

By Leo Shane III

4 weeks ago

Republican lawmakers take aim at VA bonuses amid staffing cuts

GOP lawmakers are pushing reforms for a host of department employee financial incentives, but Democrats worry the moves will hurt recruiting efforts.

By Leo Shane III

6 weeks ago

The evolution of military tattoos, from Sailor Jerry to skull logos

For generations, tattoos have served as both a rite of passage and a record of service for members of the military.

By Clay Beyersdorfer

6 weeks ago

VA leaders push back deadline for caregiver program changes to 2028

Some families could have been disenrolled from the caregiver benefits program in late 2026, but will now get two more years of support.

By Leo Shane III

7 weeks ago

Trump picks senior VA advisor to serve as top department watchdog

Cheryl Mason's shift from administration insider to department watchdog elicited concerns about her ability to be an independent voice on VA operations.

By Leo Shane III

4 months ago

Senate leaders set May 7 hearing to review VA budget, reform plans

VA Secretary Dog Collins will face sharp questions about his department overhaul efforts from the Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee next month.

By Leo Shane III

5 months ago