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Biden to pardon veterans found guilty under US military’s gay sex ban

Biden administration officials estimated that thousands of veterans were convicted, despite consensual conduct, under military law.

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A complex system is pushing more vets to search for private-sector solutions to health issues, all while hoping the VA will eventually pick up the bill.

By Leo Shane III

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VA to add male breast cancer, two other conditions to presumptive list

The addition of three new cancers to the list of conditions presumed to be caused by military service will speed up disability benefits for some vets.

By Leo Shane III

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98-year-old WWII vet believed to be oldest American organ donor ever

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Congressman accuses Army of political attacks over combat badge

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NORAD Santa tracker started in the Cold War. Now it’s a holiday staple

NORAD typically scans the heavens for potential threats. But on Christmas Eve, volunteers are fielding questions like, “When is Santa coming?"

Opinion

America must ‘honor the contract’ on veterans’ benefits

In this opinion piece, Al Lipphardt of VFW responds to a recent Economist article that labeled veterans' benefits as "absurdly generous."

Here’s how troops convicted under a gay sex ban can apply for pardons

The Pentagon launched a webpage detailing how troops convicted under an old military policy criminalizing consensual gay sex can apply for pardons.

Biden to pardon veterans found guilty under US military’s gay sex ban

Biden administration officials estimated that thousands of veterans were convicted, despite consensual conduct, under military law.

As troops struggle to find child care, 24-hour centers offer help

Around-the-clock child care centers offer peace of mind for troops who work odd hours or are deployed. But the military says it has no plans to add more.

More of the Air Force’s toughest enlisted jobs qualify for bonus pay

The Air Force and Space Force have approved more job specialties for special duty bonuses in the coming fiscal year.

Pentagon’s request to dismiss lawsuit from LGBTQ+ veterans denied

A federal judge will allow a lawsuit filed by LGBTQ+ veterans discharged due to their sexual orientation to move forward.

Battling bureaucracy after burn pits: Why are contractors left behind?

While the historic PACT Act protects veterans, tens of thousands of contract workers must fight for coverage of illnesses linked to post-9/11 wars.

A dental debacle: Why veterans struggle to navigate VA’s oral care

A complex system is pushing more vets to search for private-sector solutions to health issues, all while hoping the VA will eventually pick up the bill.

VA to add male breast cancer, two other conditions to presumptive list

The addition of three new cancers to the list of conditions presumed to be caused by military service will speed up disability benefits for some vets.

98-year-old WWII vet believed to be oldest American organ donor ever

World War II and Korean War veteran Orville Allen lived a lifetime of service, and when he died at age 98 he had one last thing to give: his liver.

Congressman accuses Army of political attacks over combat badge

Rep. Troy Nehls has received criticism for wearing a Combat Infantry Badge lapel pin after the service revoked the award last year.

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