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Key House Navy advocate loses seat in midterm election

But other vulnerable Armed Services Democrats defied expectations and held onto their seats.

By Bryant Harris and Leo Shane III

2 years ago

Veterans are running for Congress — who to watch on election night

Eighteen races on the ballot this month will feature two veterans vying against each other for a seat in Congress.

By Leo Shane III

3 years ago

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.

By Leo Shane III

3 years ago

Elaine Luria wants to fight for a stronger Navy — but first she has to get reelected

Rep. Elaine Luria is one of the U.S. Navy’s staunchest proponents, but also one of its most ruthless critics.

By Joe Gould

3 years ago

The congressional fight to scrap littoral combat ships isn’t over

Congress appears poised to save five littoral combat ships from an early retirement, but the chairman of the House Armed Services Committee is saying that the fight to ditch the ships is not yet over.

By Joe Gould and Megan Eckstein

3 years ago

Lawmakers move to guarantee cost-of-living boost for veterans benefits

Legislation would promise veterans get the same increase as Social Security recipients later this year.

By Leo Shane III

3 years ago

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