Bill would raise VA compensation for severely injured vets, survivors
A congressional bill would raise VA compensation for survivors and severely injured veterans, but lawmakers are sparring over its estimated cost.
By Patricia Kime
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VA kills ‘Boondoggle’ Biden plan to put EV chargers at medical centers
The VA scrapped a $77 million leftover green energy program that would have put solar-powered charging stations for electric vehicle at various locations.
By Richard Sisk
How a Nazi trial ended the just-following-orders defense for US troops
After Nuremberg, U.S. military policy stated troops have a duty to disobey orders “a man of ordinary sense and understanding would know to be illegal."
By Richard Sisk
Can a tabletop game explain why America lost the Vietnam War?
Fifty years after the last U.S. helicopters left Saigon, why America lost the Vietnam War is elusive. But can a tabletop wargame offer insight?
By Michael Peck
DeSantis is a veteran. So are inmates he’ll send to execution chamber
Veterans represent nearly 40% of the record number of death warrants Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has signed in 2025. Should their military service matter?
By Oishika Neogi, The War Horse
‘He can run but he can’t hide’: Joe Louis and the fight of his life
Authors Johnny Smith and Randy Roberts explore Louis's personal fight during WWII and how he became a champion for Black Americans in and out of the ring.
GI Bill benefits restored to vets dismissed for COVID vaccine refusal
Thousands of veterans discharged during the Biden administration for refusing the COVID vaccine may regain eligibility for GI Bill education benefits.
US arms deal still up in the air after Hegseth visit to Vietnam
Despite U.S. interest in deeper military ties with Vietnam, the Nov. 2 visit by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth did not yield an arms sales announcement.
By Military Times Staff
What troops, military families need to know about Tricare open season
Military families have some decisions to make about their health care before Tricare open season ends Dec. 9.
By Karen Jowers
Marine veteran wins battle for burn pit-related medical retirement
Kevin Lloyd, a Marine veteran who died of cancer on the eve of the Corps’ 250th birthday, won his battle for benefits for his surviving sons.
By Patricia Kime
‘Gunners!’ revives forgotten chapter of air war over Korea
A new book details the experiences of gunners on propeller-driven B-29 Superfortresses locked in combat with supersonic jets during the Korean War.
By Dave Kindy
From hot dogs to haircuts, your Veterans Day deals await
Veterans Day isn't just about the discounts, but these offers of appreciation can help stretch your dollar and bring some fun to Nov. 11.
By Karen Jowers