House passes $435 billion spending plan for VA in fiscal 2026Republicans approved plans for an 18% boost in total Veterans Affairs spending next year, but the measure is far from becoming law. By Leo Shane III8 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 III9 days ago
VA staff finished 2M disability claims faster than ever this yearThe department is about 15% ahead of its claims workload pace from last summer. By Leo Shane III10 days ago
Congressional defense plans slowed by unsettled reconciliation debate Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of June 23, 2025. By Leo Shane III11 days ago
White House taps nominees for VA’s top benefits, technology rolesKaren Brazell currently works as a senior VA advisor and would serve as the department's next Under Secretary for Benefits. By Leo Shane III2 weeks ago
House appropriators OK rebukes to recent DOD scandals in budget billRepublicans inserted language restricting military actions on U.S. soil and blocking unsecure communications among senior officials in their 2026 budget. By Leo Shane III3 weeks ago
