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Woman who helped overturn Roe leads fight against Veterans Affairs
Over a dozen attorneys general have taken additional legal action against the VA, stemming on religious exemptions and taking power away from states.
Fourteen Republicans Voted Against Bill Expanding Care for War Veterans
"No longer can we ignore the wounds of war from toxic exposures," said Senator Jerry Moran of Kansas, who helped push the legislation.
Woman Billed Over $3K for Ambulance Ride Under 2 Miles: 'Outrageous'
The woman said her father had VA benefits and was being transferred from a VA-approved facility to the hospital for heart failure.
COVID Death Toll Among Vets Surpasses Fatalities in Iraq, Afghanistan Wars
The VA's COVID death toll equates to 23 per day, a greater number than the suicide rate of veterans, which is 17 per day.
Pelosi: VA Sec 'Derelict' in Duty to Fight Sexual Harassment, Must Resign
In a statement Saturday, House Speaker Pelosi criticized Robert Wilkie and called for his resignation, following the inspector general's report.
Ocasio-Cortez: GOP Wants to Sell Out Veterans
"The GOP participates in a lobbyist-friendly campaign to trash the VA," the congresswoman said.
Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez 'Crazy' Over VA Privatization
"She has to maintain momentum of saying crazy, outlandish things," retired Brigadier General Anthony Tata said.
VA Secretary Wilkie Praised Confederate President
The legacy of the pro-slavery Confederacy has become a source of fierce controversy in recent years.
Is the VA Using a Law to Target Low-Level Workers?
Lawmakers from both parties expressed concern during a Congressional hearing Tuesday.
Trump Says He Could End Tester's Career
The president lashed out at the Montana Democrat at a rally in Michigan.
Jackson Reportedly Known as 'Candy Man,' Democrat Says
Ronny Jackson's nomination to head the VA has become engulfed in controversy.
'Morning Joe' Host Jabs Trump's VA Nominee
The morning show co-host called Ronny Jackson's comments "embarrassing" and "shameful."
Trump Called Fox Host About Veterans Healthcare: Report
The president was meeting with his secretary of veterans affairs and has says he likes watching "two people" go head-to-head.
VA Won't Take Responsibility for Drugged Vet's Death
The Department of Veterans Affairs is hesitant to admit its role in the death of Marine Corps veteran Jason Simcakoski, who died as a result of drugs he was prescribed at a VA hospital.
How The VA's Opioid Policy Hobbled A Former Marine
With painkillers, Mike Stevens could care for his kids and run his farm; now he can barely dress himself.
The VA Has A Blind Spot On Drugs And Mental Illness
About half of severely mentally ill people have a drug problem, and vice versa, but federal policies don't address that.
Reckless Overprescribing Of Antipsychotics Killing Vets
"There is an epidemic of sudden deaths occurring throughout the U.S. military."
The VA Fueled The National Opioid Crisis, Killing Vets
The VA killed thousands of vets and fueled the national opioid addiction crisis by recklessly throwing pills at a problem.
Why Military Vets Deserve Viagra
U.S. military veterans—of all ages and sexes—are 21 percent more likely to commit suicide than the civilian population.
From War to Liberal Arts College
A group of veterans is graduating from Vassar College as part of a special program to help them adjust to civilian life. But did it work?
American Legion: VA's Disarming Policy Must Go
The American Legion supports new legislation to prohibit VA officials from stripping veterans of their rights to own guns.
Some Farmers Have Higher Suicide Rate Than Veterans
The suicide rate for men in the farming, fishing and forestry industries in certain states is higher than that of veterans, two unrelated reports indicate.
How Meditation Helps Vets Soothe Wounds to the Soul
Tom Voss thought walking across America would help with his PTSD. Then he started focusing on breathing techniques.
Could Pot Help Veterans With PTSD?
Doctors are beginning to look at cannabis's ability to alleviate psychological effects of combat.
The VA's Hepatitis C Problem
Patients and former Veterans Health Administration doctors claim treatment is lacking.
Veterans Affairs' Intimidation of Whistleblowers Must Stop
A VA surgeon who reported a co-worker's time card fraud was relocated to a dirty closet and then demoted.
Thousands of Veterans Still Face Long Wait Times for Care
The VA reported that around 100,000 vets still must wait for appointments, and over half that number wait at least 90 days