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Deputy VA Secretary: Department looking to attenuate staffing cuts

More workers and more money does not necessarily yield better service, says the VA’s Dep. Sec. as agency seeks the “right level” of staff to provide care.
House advances $832 billion military budget plan for next fiscal year

Only a few Democrats broke ranks to support the House’s spending plan for Defense Department operations in fiscal 2026.
VA Deputy Secretary Paul Lawrence: ‘Veterans issues are bipartisan’

Veterans Affairs second in command sees opportunity for compromise and cooperation between Democrats and administration leaders on VA issues.
Harvard to launch new service fellowship for veterans, federal workers

The American Service Fellowship will provide 50 students with free tuition for a one-year master’s degree program.