The Latest Breaking News from the Department of Veterans Affairs

Veterans' Access To Firearms Eased In Spending Legislation

New spending bill to change how mentally incompetent veterans access firearms, sparking debate and concerns about gun violence prevention.

Top News · Mar 8, 2024

Thousands of vets fell victim to a bait-and-switch...by the VA? Lawmakers want a fix

Lawmakers grilled the head of the VA home loan program this week about a self-inflicted error with the department's COVID forbearance program that left thousands of veterans in danger of foreclosure.

WEKU · Feb 17, 2024

'We don't want to be first place.' Wyoming tries to address high gun suicide rates

For years, Wyoming has had one of the highest suicide rates and one of the highest gun ownership rates in the United States. But until recently, it was taboo to draw a link between those two things.

WEKU · Jan 23, 2024

Developer ‘deeply regrets’ comments – as it happened

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The Guardian - AU · Sep 13, 2023

Royal commissioner accuses ADF of ‘too much talk and not enough action’ on veteran suicide

In fiery speech, Nick Kaldas says government and Defence moving at ‘snail’s pace’ amid ‘national crisis’

The Guardian - AU · Sep 13, 2023

US House Passes Bill Combatting Antisemitism At Veterans Affairs

Legislation includes training and kosher meal accommodations at VA facilities

Zenger · Jul 30, 2023

An Idaho man took $105 million in largest fraud scheme in GI Bill history. Prison is up next

A federal judge has sentenced a Nampa, Idaho, man for his involvement in a fraud scheme that stole nearly $105 million from the Department of Veterans Affairs. It was the largest such case in the Post-9/11 GI Bill program’s history, the government said.

Tribune News Service · Jun 29, 2023

Support for defence to engage with Royal Commission into suicide

'We .. want to make sure that families can make contact with us and participate in the commission, not just serving members and veterans.'

Newcastle Herald · Jun 9, 2023

Why the VA in Atlanta is throwing 'drive-through' baby showers for pregnant veterans

More women are serving in the U.S. military, and women are the fastest-growing group among U.S. veterans. The Veterans Administration is trying to meet their health needs, including pregnancy care.

WEKU · Apr 24, 2023

Missile focus of Defence Strategic Review indicates shift away from peacekeeping, veteran says

Australia's Defence Strategic Review, which calls for the country to increase its missile capabilities, indicates a shift away from peacekeeping, army veteran James Brown tells Q+A.

ABC News · Apr 24, 2023