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VFW condemns federal layoffs as ‘indiscriminately harming’ veterans
Veterans accounted for 30% of the federal workforce in 2021. "These veterans are now being told their skills are no longer useful," the VFW commander said.
Opinion
America must ‘honor the contract’ on veterans’ benefits
In this opinion piece, Al Lipphardt of VFW responds to a recent Economist article that labeled veterans' benefits as "absurdly generous."
By Al Lipphardt
Marines commended for lifesaving efforts in near-drowning incidents
A handful of Marines’ swimming skills were put to the test recently during incidents that required lifesaving measures.
By Todd South
Yemen’s Houthi rebels claim shooting down US Reaper drone
The incident is potentially the latest downing of a U.S. spy drone as the militants continue their attacks on the Red Sea corridor.
By Jon Gambrell, The Associated Press
Opinion
Congress needs to act faster on behalf of Camp Lejeune water victims
Legislation could help make the process easier for veterans and their families who were sickened by Camp Lejeune water, our guest opinion writer argues.
By David Cook, executive director, Special Operations Association of America