Veterans

News that informs military veterans on topics such as benefits, healthcare and Tricare, transition assistance and more.

VA caregiver benefits expand to all vets on Oct. 1

The move is expected to add about 16,000 more families to the program in the next year.

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Here are the new leaders of the Space Force and US Strategic Command

The moves were noncontroversial and came amid a flurry of military confirmations finalized late Thursday afternoon.

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VA defends suicide prevention data, says problem is improving

About 17 veterans die by suicide each day, according to the latest department data.

Proposal aims to change how VA handles women’s cancer care

Rep. Sylvia Garcia, who serves on the House Armed Services Committee, hopes the pilot program will help female veterans get better access to cancer care.

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J.R. Majewski, Republican candidate for U.S. Representative for Ohio's 9th Congressional District, speaks at a campaign rally in Youngstown, Ohio., Sept. 17, 2022.

Records contradict House candidate’s account of military punishment

One question that has surfaced amid J.R. Majewski’s campaign for a congressional seat is why he could not reenlist in the Air Force.

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VA to screen all patients for toxic exposure issues

The move is part of the PACT Act, passed this summer to improve benefits for veterans dealing with those injuries.

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GI Bill updates for 2023: New rates, new maximums

Updates to the GI Bill for 2023.

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Legal, security fears loom as VA begins performing abortions

Last week VA staffers performed the first abortion at a department medical facility under new authorities.

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This week in Congress: Last-minute business before the midterms

Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of Sept. 26, 2022.

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This undated photo provided by the U.S. Defense Department shows Cpl. Joseph J. Puopolo.

Remains of soldier who disappeared during Korean War identified

Army Cpl. Joseph J. Puopolo was reported missing in action on Dec. 2, 1950, following the Battle of Ch’ongch’on, according to the military.

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Andy Huynh, left, and Alex Drueke, far right, are seen hugging their loved ones after arriving at Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport in Birmingham, Ala., Saturday, Sept. 24, 2022.

Veterans captured fighting in Ukraine return home to Alabama

Alex Drueke and Andy Huynh arrived home to Alabama on Saturday, greeted by hugs, cheers and tears of joy at the state’s main airport.

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Vets benefits poised for biggest cost of living boost in 40 years

For a veteran receiving about $1,500 in monthly payouts, that level of increase would mean about $130 extra each month.

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