A Pentagon evaluation found some services taking too long to process COVID vaccine exemption paperwork. Going forward, eligible U.S. troops and veterans can access IVF regardless of their martial status or sexual orientation. Former Acting Navy Secretary Thomas Modly's memoir addresses COVID, Capt. Crozier and his shouting match with the former chief of naval operations. A New York state lawsuit is prompting the changes. In one instance, funds were spent to investigate a sinkhole, according to a recent Defense Department Inspector General report. Individual hospitals may consider mask mandates if they see a surge in COVID-19 cases locally. A provision in the annual defense bill continues the controversy surrounding the vaccine. The alleged assault occurred just before Christmas in 2021. The department is also extending financial help programs to give more support to veterans having trouble making loan payments. More than 70,000 veterans died by suicide from 2011 to 2001. Load More