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Watchdog agency’s closure could lead to more military financial scams

The White House moved to close the Consumer Financial Protection Board, which fielded 100,000 consumer complaints every month from veterans and troops.

By Leo Shane III

5 months ago

Second man guilty in Colombian drugging, kidnapping of US soldiers

Another defendant faces trial in November. The first defendant was sentenced to 48 years.

7 months ago

Life of pie: Soldier charged with loan fraud in bakery boondoggle

The soldier has been charged for allegedly using a fraudulent pie business called “Granny’s Delight” to obtain COVID-related business relief loans.

By J.D. Simkins

7 months ago

Marine Corps infantry’s secret weapon: A $9.95 unofficial website

Inside an informal, crowd-sourced Marine infantry network.

By Hope Hodge Seck

10 months ago

Former soldier sentenced in “romance scams” that stole $350,000

The specialist was also charged with unemployment insurance fraud.

15 months ago

GI Bill rule change could upend requirements for online-only classes

A move by VA officials to simplify rules for the Post-9/11 GI Bill could cause new problems, advocates warn.

By Leo Shane III

17 months ago