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Veterans Affairs Official Who Issued Ban of WWII Picture Remaining in Place: Secretary
VA official authored memorandum that should not have been sent, agency now says.
The VA’s Role in Illegal Immigrant Health Care Has Veterans Groups and Legislators Up in Arms
VA resources have been used to process claims for medical care of illegal immigrants since 2020, says a DHS report.
VA Policy Excludes COVID-19 Vaccine Injuries From Toxic Exposure Benefits Program: Whistleblower
The VA policy claims that there’s “no scientific or medical evidence” that vaccines issued to servicemembers have resulted in long-term adverse health effects.
60,000 Veterans Get Triple Benefits Totaling $3.5B—Legally
Nearly 60,000 veterans were triple dippers last year, drawing a total of $3.5 billion in military retirement pay plus veterans and Social Security disability benefits at the same time, congressional auditors report.
Filing a VA Disability Compensation Claim (Step-by-Step)
This is a step-by-step, detailed guide to filing for Disability Compensation from the VA - something almost every veteran should do.
President Obama Supports the VA Reform
President Obama pledges to support the troops in his speech to the American Legion.
GI Bill Calculator Updated to a Fresh New Look
The Department of Veterans Affairs has updated their online GI Bill benefits calculator with a new look, and it is now easier to use than ever.
Shinseki Apologizes for Veterans Affairs Scandal (Video)
Veterans Affairs Sec. Eric Shinseki says he’s ousting the leadership of the Phoenix VA hospital after revelations about the delays in care for veterans.
