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Supreme Court weighs if contractor can be sued for wartime negligence

Justices were skeptical Monday that the case was an exception to other lawsuits against defense contractors, which usually get immunity in such litigation.

By Patricia Kime

2 days ago

US Air Force wants 1,558 fighters for low-risk wars. Can it get there?

The Air Force warns that having a smaller fleet may increase the risk it won't be able to carry out all its missions.

By Stephen Losey

6 days ago

GOP senator proposes commission to study VA disability ratings system

At a Senate hearing, Sen. Tommy Tuberville questioned whether the VBA needs subject matter experts to examine claims processes and recommend improvements.

By Patricia Kime

7 days ago

In reversal, DOD says troops can wear uniforms at Veterans Day events

The Pentagon changed course Wednesday on a policy that would've restricted troops from appearing in uniform at Veterans Day events because of the shutdown.

By Stephen Losey

7 days ago

Research on veterans is broken. This tool aims to fix it.

As the population of U.S. veterans becomes more diverse and vets’ needs continue to evolve, the demographic remains among the most difficult to survey.

By Hope Hodge Seck

8 days ago

Vance says troops will be paid as pressure builds to end shutdown

The vice president said he believes troops will be paid at the end of the week, though he did not specify how the administration will reconfigure funding.

8 days ago