OpinionI thought removing Confederate names meant Black soldiers’ legacy mattered. Then, the names were restored."So many of my assumptions about the world and how to better it were turned upside down."By Jack Lowe, The War Horse2 months ago
VA to consider medical management of symptoms in determining disability ratings If a medication or treatment lowers a veteran's disability level, the rating will be based on the lower level, according to a new VA regulation.By Patricia Kime2 months ago
‘I felt like a factory worker.’ Why VA psychologists are burning outThe number of veterans seeking mental health treatment continues to rise, but the number of psychologists dropped last year for the first time in a decade.By Leah Rosenbaum, The War Horse2 months ago
US lawmakers release $839B compromise defense spending billThe conferenced defense spending bill would increase funding for both the Air Force and Navy's sixth-generation fighters.By Stephen Losey3 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 III8 months ago
VA needs more oversight of health care options to prevent waste: StudyDepartment leaders last month uncovered more than $100 million in duplicate government payments for medical services. By Leo Shane III8 months ago