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Senator vows to hold all VA nominees over planned staff cuts

Plans to cut more than 80,000 staffers from VA offices would severely hurt benefits delivery, said Arizona Democrat Sen. Ruben Gallego, a Marine Corps vet.

By Leo Shane III

9 months ago

Senators eye pay boost for junior troops, more funds for housing fixes

Both House and Senate lawmakers want to pass targeted pay raises for junior enlisted troops, but budget caps may complicate those plans.

By Leo Shane III

21 months ago

Rollinson becomes first female chief legal counsel at IRS

Rollinson vowed to seek resources for the Office of Chief Counsel to litigate cases of high earning tax cheats.

By Molly Weisner

22 months ago

Lawmakers want investigation into impact of senator’s military holds

More than 430 senior military officials had their promotions and confirmations delayed last year due to Capitol Hill political fight.

By Leo Shane III

23 months ago

Senate OKs 11 four-star nominees, ending ongoing nomination fight

The senior officials were the last remaining individuals involved in the protest by a Republican senator over the Pentagon's abortion access policy.

By Leo Shane III

24 months ago

Senate confirms former NASA IG Martin as USAID watchdog

The United States Agency for International Development has a confirmed inspector general to lead oversight of foreign assistance programs and Ukraine aid.

By Molly Weisner

2 years ago