Lawmakers revive push for veterans disability reform billThe measure would allow medically retired military personnel to receive both their full retirement pay and VA disability compensation.By Patricia Kime11 hours ago
Trump urges House to vote quickly to end partial government shutdownVoting could begin as soon as Tuesday, which would be day four of the partial shutdown. The Pentagon, among other agencies, saw its funding lapse Saturday.4 weeks ago
How the Civil War inspired this iconic poet’s classic Christmas songHenry Wadsworth Longfellow vehemently objected to his son’s desire to enlist in the Union Army.By Melissa A. Winn2 months ago
Another federal shutdown threat looms as Congress heads back to DCDemocratic leaders want answers on a path towards compromise on a host of federal budget fights before the end of next month. By Leo Shane III6 months ago
Trump suggests Guard troops will be deployed to Chicago nextThe president said he has been pleased with the Guard presence in Washington, D.C., and vowed to "go to another location" after this deployment ends. By Leo Shane III6 months ago
Trump vows help for Afghan allies seeking safety, citizenship in USPresident Trump promised more help for Afghan immigrants despite recent administration moves rolling back aid to those refugees. By Leo Shane III7 months ago