Staffers have been required to work up to 4 hours a week, or more than two extra days each month, to clear backlogged and overdue disability claims. Josh Jacobs has served as the acting benefits secretary since last summer. Britain and Australia fear that their nuclear-submarine and technology pact with the United States could be hindered by Washington's export bureaucracy. The incident began on New Year’s 2019. If confirmed, the move will give VA confirmed officials in its top leadership spots for the first time since early 2017. Lucas Kunce, 40, served 13 years in the Marine Corps. A slate of Pentagon nominations may not advance this year amid Capitol Hill opposition. And if they don't, the process restarts. Republican Sen. Tommy Tuberville is upset over the military's new abortion access policy, announced just before the midterm elections. Goodbye, T-1 Jayhawk. Hello, simulators. VA officials have urged all vets who believe they are eligible for the new benefits to apply soon. Load More