In addition to the enlisted pay raise, the bill pushes back against F-35 procurement as lawmakers bash Lockheed Martin over the troubled program. Twelve GOP senators want senior VA leaders dismissed for mistakes made regarding executive bonuses last year. A sweeping veterans measure introduced by lawmakers on Tuesday would improve benefits for veteran caregivers and individuals facing homelessness. A watchdog report criticized VA leaders for mistakes in handling $11 million in bonuses for senior department leaders. The VA’s failure to provide timely benefits makes RECA a critical lifeline for many veterans, Keith Kiefer argues in an op-ed. By Keith Kiefer
3 months ago A massive cyberattack against a private health care firm in February may have exposed millions of veterans' personal medical records. 'I want Marines focused on bullets on bad guys, not managing HVAC systems.' House lawmakers are moving ahead with plans to increase junior enlisted pay and military housing stipends, but the idea could face opposition in the Senate The House has approved a $95 billion package of foreign aid for Ukraine, Israel and other U.S. allies after months of turmoil on Capitol Hill. Medal of Honor recipient Ralph Puckett will lie in honor at the U.S. Capitol in recognition of his heroism during the Korean War. Load More