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VA plans to deploy new health records to more sites in June

The program has been delayed since last fall because of problems with software reliability and staff training.

By Leo Shane III

8 days ago

Biden proposes Pentagon spending increase with industrial base focus

Biden is proposing a 3.2% increase in Defense Department spending with an eye on the Pacific and bolstering the naval industrial base.

By Leo Shane III, Joe Gould and Bryant Harris

2 weeks ago

Lawmakers eye caps on attorney fees for Camp Lejeune suits

The Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee chairman expects legislation on the issue to curb fees lawyers can charge veterans to pass sometime this year.

By Leo Shane III

3 weeks ago

Bill would launch clinical trials on cannabis use for vets pain, PTSD

The measure advanced out of a key Senate committee for the first time.

By Leo Shane III

5 weeks ago

After UFO shoot-downs, senators fret over holes in homeland defenses

Lawmakers are eyeing NORAD's capabilities after a suspected Chinese spy balloon and other objects pierced North America's airspace.

By Joe Gould and Bryant Harris

5 weeks ago

Defense spending to rise by 9% in Congress’ FY23 budget deal

The money is part of a larger $1.7 trillion spending plan for federal operations.

By Leo Shane III and Bryant Harris

3 months ago

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