Archives clears backlog of veteran record requests caused by COVID-19The number of overdue requests had surpassed 600,000 in recent years, causing concern among vets.By Leo Shane III2 months ago
VA pledges investigation into crisis line after whistleblower concernsThe Government Accountability Office is also expected to launch an investigation into the suicide prevention hotline.By Leo Shane III4 months ago
Vets calling crisis line get lost in system, whistleblowers warnA government watchdog group has promised to investigate the claims.By Leo Shane III4 months ago
Bill would ease federal loan forgiveness process for troops, vetsCritics say defense and education officials need more coordination to improve the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program.By Leo Shane III6 months ago
Dems weigh batch votes to bypass Tuberville for remaining nomineesAfter the Senate confirmed three joint chiefs, Democrats are strategizing how to confirm the hundreds of other military nominees held up by Tuberville.By Bryant Harris6 months ago
Three top military leaders confirmed after Senate dealThe Senate is expected to fill three vacancies on the Joint Chiefs of Staff — including the chairman post — after a surprise breakthrough Wednesday.By Leo Shane III and Irene Loewenson6 months ago