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Price tag for VA’s new GI Bill online platform has jumped nearly $500M
VA officials said the original $453 million contract for the work has now been updated 25 times. The new price tag for the project is $932 million.
VA chief to address bonus scandal next week at House hearing
VA's top leader is expected to face harsh questioning about mistakes made in awarding nearly $11 million in senior executive bonuses last year.
Nearly 1,000 cadets graduate from Air Force Academy at Falcon Stadium
An undergraduate journey that began with tumult ended in cheers Thursday as nearly 1,000 Air Force Academy cadets graduated at Falcon Stadium.
Marine veteran sentenced to 2 years for storming Capitol on Jan. 6
Marine vet Alex Harkrider wore body armor and carried a tactical tomahawk on Jan. 6, 2021, as he and a friend entered the Capitol through a broken window.
By Riley Ceder
Former President Obama surprises volunteers at Memorial Day event
Obama joined local veterans groups and scouts in a volunteer event at a Virginia cemetery ahead of Memorial Day.
House advances $884 billion defense bill with enlisted troop pay raise
In addition to the enlisted pay raise, the bill pushes back against F-35 procurement as lawmakers bash Lockheed Martin over the troubled program.
GOP senators demand firings of senior staff after VA bonus mistakes
Twelve GOP senators want senior VA leaders dismissed for mistakes made regarding executive bonuses last year.
Vets bill would expand caregiver support, boost in-home care options
A sweeping veterans measure introduced by lawmakers on Tuesday would improve benefits for veteran caregivers and individuals facing homelessness.
Watchdog blasts VA for errors leading to $11M in improper bonuses
A watchdog report criticized VA leaders for mistakes in handling $11 million in bonuses for senior department leaders.
New Air Force policy aims to help aviators seek mental health care
A new Air Force policy eliminates the mandatory “stabilization” period that kept aviators grounded longer after seeking help for mental health issues.
By Zamone Perez