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Why County-Level Veterans Support Matters: From HOAs to Honor-Flag Fridays
When people think of veteran support, they often imagine Washington, D.C. — big agencies, major budgets, and sweeping policies. But the truth is, much of…
The Government Shutdown is Ending: VA Leadership Must Immediately Reclassify VR&E as Essential
The recent government shutdown, which is now imminently ending following a critical bipartisan breakthrough in the Senate, exposed a stark reality: The Department of Veterans…
How VA Health Care Celebrations Are Shifting With ‘VetsGiving’ Events Across the Country
Thanksgiving has always been about gratitude — and this year, the VA is putting that gratitude into action with “VetsGiving” celebrations happening across the country….
Operation Green Light for Veterans: Local Governments Lighting the Way
As the country gears up for Veterans Day, communities across America are joining together to shine a little brighter — literally. From November 4 through…
Veterans and Lung Cancer Screening: Why November’s Events Matter
When it comes to lung cancer, early detection can mean the difference between life and loss — yet too many veterans still fall through the…
Looking Ahead: Projected 3-4% COLA for VA Disability Benefits in 2026
Every fall, veterans wait for one important number — the Cost-of-Living Adjustment (COLA). It’s the percentage that determines how much more veterans will receive in…
When Are November 2025 VA Benefits Coming? What Veterans Should Know
For many veterans, VA benefit payments aren’t just a line item — they’re a lifeline. Whether it’s disability compensation, pension, or education assistance, knowing exactly…
Senate Hearing Puts Veterans First: Defending the VA Disability System Against Fraud Allegations
In a packed hearing room on Capitol Hill today, the Senate Committee on Veterans’ Affairs tackled a thorny question: Is the Current VA Disability System…
VR&E Benefits Freeze Due to VA Shutdown: What Chapter 31 Graduates Can Do Right Now
Thousands of veterans just finished school through VA’s Chapter 31 Voc Rehab program—only to find their job-search payments frozen during the government shutdown. VA-accredited attorney Benjamin Krause breaks down why VR&E payments stopped, how much money is on the line, and the exact steps you can take right now to protect your benefits. Read more in our latest report on how the shutdown deepened the VA’s growing VR&E backlog.
Veterans Arrested in ICE-Raid Protests: Where Policy, Civil Rights and Service Intersect
When veterans protest, America tends to pay attention — and for good reason. Their voices carry the weight of service, sacrifice, and citizenship. So when…
Government Shutdown Freezes VR&E: Over 10,000 Veterans Waiting as Counselors Furloughed
Imagine this: you’ve waited months for approval under Veteran Readiness & Employment (VR&E). You finally get your training plan approved, register for classes, and start…
VA Disability Payment Bumps + What Rate Increases Mean for Veterans
Even a modest raise can make a difference when you’re stretching every dollar. In 2026, veterans receiving disability compensation will see their monthly benefits go…