Bill would push VA to expand outside medical care options for vetsThe Complete the Mission Act serves as a focal point of debate over the size of VA and availability of community care for veteran patients.By Leo Shane III7 days ago
Congress will open next session with more veterans than two years agoAdvocates say the surprise increase in lawmakers with military backgrounds is a positve sign for the veteran community.By Leo Shane III8 days ago
Lawmakers advance plans to boost veteran caregiver support Bipartisan legislation passed by the House would improve at-home care options for ailing vets and mandate protections for community care programs.By Leo Shane III3 weeks ago
Lawmakers accuse VA leaders of exaggerating budget shortfallCongress approved $3 billion in emergency VA funding in September, but officials now say they did not need the money to cover immediate bills.By Leo Shane III6 weeks ago
Navy identifies three vessels impacted by faulty shipyard weld workThe bad welds are not on components that would impact ship safety or operations, but the Navy said it is reviewing at least 23 potentially impacted ships.By Leo Shane III and Geoff Ziezulewicz2 months ago
VA leaders in New York accused of delaying critical medical visitsIn one case, a veteran with esophageal cancer had radiation therapy incorrectly denied for several months before dying from the illness.By Leo Shane III2 months ago