Navy did not document changes to recruitment procedures, watchdog saysThe Navy reached its recruitment goal in fiscal 2024 by working through a backlog of 8,600 medical waivers, recruiting 5,845 sailors in the process.By Riley Ceder8 days ago
Lawmakers press VA for details on DOGE access to vets recordsDemocrats want promises from department leaders that sensitive medical and financial information is being handled securely. By Leo Shane III2 weeks ago
GOP plan provides $453 billion for VA programs, benefits next year The spending plan for Veterans Affairs next year is up significantly from current levels but is about $1 billion less than what the White House wanted. By Leo Shane III5 weeks ago
Hegseth, Collins promise fixes to post-military transition programsVA and Pentagon leaders plan to review veteran transition programs to ensure separating troops are getting the support they need. By Leo Shane III6 weeks ago
VA drops secondary review rule for community care medical appointmentsCongress last year passed legislation designed to simplify the process for veterans seeking medical help outside the VA health care system. By Leo Shane III7 weeks ago
Army researchers develop injectable cyanide antidoteCyanide is used in a variety of manufacturing processes, but it is highly toxic and a potential chemical warfare agent.By Todd South8 weeks ago