Hegseth said in a new memo the move was informed by a "comprehensive internal review" that identified nonessential personnel within the office.
The FAA confirmed the agency didn’t know the hotline hadn’t been working since March 2022 until after the latest near miss at Reagan National Airport.
Congressional fights over plans to cut tens of thousands of VA staffers hinge on lawmakers' views on just how dysfunctional the department is.
Officials hope to cut down on red tape for individuals seeking support and benefits after a veteran's death.
