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 III4 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 III4 months ago
VA severs ties with most federal unions, terminating worker contractsAbout 80% of VA's roughly 450,000 employees are union members, but the department will no longer honor its contracts with the bargaining units. By Leo Shane III4 months ago
Federal budget plans still in limbo as Memorial Day approachesDefense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of May 19, 2025. By Leo Shane III7 months ago
Nurses rally outside VA hospitals to highlight staff cuts, vacanciesVA nurses across the U.S. are protesting Trump administration moves that they say endanger the health of veterans and federal workers.By Leo Shane III8 months ago
Senate passes six-month funding bill to avoid government shutdownThe Senate passed the bill hours before a government shutdown, overcoming Democratic opposition to the measure and sending it to President Trump's desk.9 months ago