Fight over VA toxic exposure funds could stall other vets legislationLawmakers are sparring over proposed changes to a fund covering the costs of veterans' toxic exposure benefits.By Leo Shane III3 days ago
How the Pentagon found $300M for Ukraine, but is still deep in the redThe discovery of the $300 million has raised some eyebrows.By Lolita C. Baldor, The Associated Press and Tara Copp, AP3 days ago
Biden signs $1.2 trillion funding package averting government shutdownThe package covered the departments of Defense, Homeland Security and State, as well as other aspects of general government.3 days ago
Congress passes defense spending bill after months of delaysCongress has passed an $825 billion FY24 defense spending bill, but the plan to get Ukraine military assistance across the finish line remains uncertain.By Bryant Harris5 days ago
Granger, Gallagher leave committee posts as House GOP majority shrinksKay Granger steps down as appropriations chair and China panel chair Mike Gallagher announces his resignation in April, shrinking the GOP majority.By Bryant Harris6 days ago
Some military activities could shut down this weekend amid budget rushIf Congress does not approve a federal appropriations plan by midnight, some military activities could be postponed or canceled over the weekend.By Leo Shane III and Karen Jowers6 days ago