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VA Expands Access to Gynecology Care for Women Veterans

Women Veterans can now book VA gynecology appointments directly without a primary care referral.

RAND Report Reveals Changing Veteran Demographics and Rising Challenges for Younger Veterans

A new RAND report finds that while the Veteran population is aging and becoming more diverse, younger and post-9/11 Veterans face significantly higher mental health...

Congress Opens Inquiries Into Reported Second Strike on Suspected Drug Vessel

Update: White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt has confirmed that Secretary Hegseth ordered a second strike. Bipartisan lawmakers have said they support reviewing recent U.S....

Pentagon Weighs Ending Century-Old Partnership with Scouting America

The Department of Defense is considering ending more than a century of support for Scouting America, previously known as the Boy Scouts.

Advocacy Group Seeks Expanded Benefits for Submarine Veterans

An advocacy group is pushing for expanded health care, new research, and stronger VA support after releasing a report detailing long-term toxic exposures inside U.S....

Orange County Vietnam War Memorial Faces Demolition After Corruption Scandal

Orange County’s unfinished Vietnam War memorial faces demolition amid a widening corruption scandal and rising repair costs.

Veterans Removed Over COVID Vaccine Rules Regain GI Bill Access

Veterans discharged for refusing the COVID vaccine may now regain GI Bill education benefits following a new federal review and updated discharge guidelines.

Orange County Officials Encourage Veterans to Adopt Through Pets for Vets

Orange County is encouraging Veterans across California to adopt dogs and cats through Pets for Vets, a statewide program that helps former Service Members connect...

VA Report Finds Major Shortcomings in How West LA VA Land Is Leased and Managed

A new VA report reveals that the West Los Angeles VA campus has lost millions through undervalued leases and unverifiable in-kind benefits, intensifying pressure on...

Shutdown Forces Veterans Day Changes at California National Cemeteries

Veterans Day events at California national cemeteries are canceled amid the federal shutdown, but sites remain open for private visits.