Latest "Vietnam Veterans of America" stories

Vets groups plead for more action from White House on Afghanistan evacuations

A coalition of 45 groups working on evacuation issues has asked for a meeting with senior administration staff to see what more can be done to save the lives of Afghans in danger.

By Leo Shane III

2 years ago

National Guard soldiers are seen in silhouette as they keep guard in front of the Capitol Building and near the Washington Monument in Washington on Jan. 19, 2021, ahead of the 59th inaugural ceremony for President-elect Joe Biden and Vice President-elect Kamala Harris.

When the truth and the Constitution are threatened, military personnel and veterans have a responsibility to protect both

The spread of disinformation among military personnel and veterans has now become a national security issue, says the author of this commentary.

By Grace Miller

3 years ago

VA, DoD must do more to educate troops and veterans about social media scammers, lawmakers say

Social media executives testified in Congress on Wednesday about veterans being targeted on social media.

By Patricia Kime

4 years ago

Overseas trolls targeting veterans on social media: Report

The overseas agitators are impersonating veterans groups in an effort to confuse and divide the community, investigators found.

By Leo Shane III

4 years ago

Wait continues on additions to VA’s Agent Orange connected illnesses

Advocates had expected a decision two months ago, but VA officials have no timeline for action.

By Leo Shane III

4 years ago

This DoD program gives transitioning service members 24/7 access to mental health help

Service members enrolled in the program receive help navigating the VA mental-health services system and receive encouragement for their progress

By Maureen Elias, Vietnam Veterans of America

4 years ago