Thousands of LGBTQ+ vets were promised pardons. Only 4 have succeeded.Former President Joe Biden pledged to use his clemency powers to right ‘an historic wrong.’ Why did it fall so short of its promise? By Leah Rosenbaum4 days ago
Congressional defense plans slowed by unsettled reconciliation debate Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of June 23, 2025. By Leo Shane III8 days ago
US helps defend Israel from Iranian missile attack The attack follows Israel's airstrikes on Iran's nuclear program and military leadership Thursday.By Noah Robertson2 weeks ago
House appropriators OK rebukes to recent DOD scandals in budget billRepublicans inserted language restricting military actions on U.S. soil and blocking unsecure communications among senior officials in their 2026 budget. By Leo Shane III2 weeks ago
Hegseth doesn’t initially commit to obeying courts on LA deploymentsThe defense secretary later clarified that he wouldn't "defy" a ruling from the Supreme Court.By Noah Robertson3 weeks ago
House panel pushes ahead $453 billion funding plan for VA next yearThe appropriations plan would add more than $80 billion to the current VA funding level, giving the department its biggest budget ever. By Leo Shane III3 weeks ago
