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Biden threatens VA budget veto over abortion, gender-affirming care
The White House is opposed to a Republican-backed VA budget plan that is expected to be advanced this week.
Marine Corps ‘Pride Month’ post misses the mark
Audiences on social media voiced complaints about the Marine Corps' Pride Month posts.
By Sarah Sicard
10th anniversary of DADT repeal a good time to reflect on victory of facts over fear
It is easy to forget the weight of emotional, aggressive misinformation that had to be overcome.
By Aaron Belkin
LGBT vets with other than honorable discharges will get VA benefits under new plan
Department officials will announce the plan on Monday, which includes a review of service records to see if individuals' eligibility for benefits should be approved.
Pentagon’s ban on Pride, and nearly all other, flags is staying
After a review, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin decided not to grant a June exception for the LGBTQ+ flag.
We must push toward protecting LGBTQ service members at home
As the 10th anniversary of the repeal of "don't ask, don't tell" nears, we must ensure LGBTQ service members are not discriminated against, says the author of this commentary.
By Retired Maj. Gen. Gale S. Pollock