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Pick to lead VA benefits work faces criticism over reform proposals
Several Democratic lawmakers argued nominee Karen Brazell’s non-answers about the potential for benefits eligibility changes should be disqualifying.
Crews battle Bonhomme Richard blaze for a fourth day
Navy officials are warning those looking to donate financially to the Bonhomme Richard crew that they need to be wary of online scams.
Navy reports progress fighting fire aboard Bonhomme Richard
"The ship is stable and the structure is safe," Rear Adm. Philip Sobeck said Tuesday morning. Whether the amphib can be salvaged and repaired remains to be seen, he added.
All hospitalized from Bonhomme Richard fire have been released
In total, the Navy said 36 sailors and 23 civilians were treated for “minor injuries” in the fire, which continues to burn in San Diego. Efforts to mitigate environmental damage under way.
By Diana Stancy
Firefighters battle to keep Bonhomme Richard’s flames away from fuel
The forward mast has collapsed, and the ship is listing, officials said late Monday morning.
Bonhomme Richard firefighting efforts continuing Monday morning
Two helicopters from Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 3 began helicopter water bucket aerial firefighting operations at 4:30 a.m. on Monday.
By Diana Stancy
First Black man nominated to lead Air Force Academy
An African American man was nominated for the first time to lead the U.S. Air Force Academy in Colorado Springs, officials said.
Russian bounties on American troops further strain Trump’s bond with veterans
Trump's relationship with the nation's military community has been frequently strained.
VA’s protective equipment supplies inadequate for second wave of coronavirus, officials warn
Department hospitals have a 30-day supply of PPE, but officials say six months would be needed for a surge in cases this fall.
Lawmakers want must-pass defense bill to protect protesters from the military
Outraged Democrats plan to use the massive defense budget and policy bill to fight President Donald Trump’s push to use the U.S. military to quell days of riots, and they may seek defense cuts to do it.
By Joe Gould