Leo Shane III
Deputy Editor
Leo covers Congress, Veterans Affairs and the White House for Military Times. He has covered Washington, D.C. since 2004, focusing on military personnel and veterans policies. His work has earned numerous honors, including a 2009 Polk award, a 2010 National Headliner Award, the IAVA Leadership in Journalism award and the VFW News Media award.
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Advocates for homeless vets wary over proposed changes to VA programs
VA Secretary Doug Collins has promised to keep focus and funding on programs to help homeless vets, but community groups still worry about possible cuts.
Vet groups urge House to reject plan to fix VA's budget gap
Eight major veterans' organizations on Saturday urged Congress to provide emergency money to the Department of Veterans Affairs without cutting other VA programs as the House moved quickly to address a budget shortfall that threatened medical care for thousands of patients.
Senators offer GI Bill expansion plan, hinting at quick passage
The Senate measure mirrors House legislation already swiftly advancing through that chamber.
Trump nominates Wilkie, Kurta to oversee Pentagon personnel issues
The two veterans, if confirmed, will handle a host of personnel and readiness policies for the Defense Department.
Trump nominee says winning back vets' trust needs to be a top VA priority
Thomas Bowman, who could be the VA's Deputy Secretary, said more work is needed to restore public faith in the system.
Trump to nominate Raytheon VP, Gulf War vet as next Army secretary
Mark Esper is the third man tapped by Trump for the post this year.
House lawmakers consider a six-month fix for the VA Choice program
The move would fund the program into 2018 and give lawmakers time to sort out other issues.
Top general blames unclear science for transgender troops delay
Joint Chiefs Vice Chairman Gen. Paul Selva said mental health questions surrounding transgender recruits prompted a new review.
Senator wants answers on Army contracting issues
Missouri Sen. Claire McCaskill says service leaders need to develop plans for reforms in contracting processes.
VA medical center leaders removed after reports of unsafe conditions
The New Hampshire facility's director and chief of staff could be fired after a department review of operations.
