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House Passes 14 Veteran Bills — How Media And Podcasts Are Telling the Story
It’s not often that Capitol Hill agrees on much these days. But when it comes to veterans, momentum is building. This summer, the U.S. House…
Scored Out: Veteran Podcasters Sound the Alarm
When the VA quietly began stripping anti-discrimination language — removing protections for things like political beliefs, marital status, and gender identity — most Americans didn’t…
When a Podcast Becomes a Megaphone: “Eye on Veterans” and the Stories We Don’t Hear
If you think you’ve heard all the veteran-healthcare stories already — think again. Eye on Veterans, hosted by Navy vet–turned–journalist Phil Briggs, has become something…
Veterans News: House Passes 14 Bills to Increase VA Healthcare & Benefits Outreach
In a sweeping bipartisan move, the House of Representatives has passed 14 veterans’ bills aimed at modernizing healthcare delivery, expanding benefits, and safeguarding the VA’s…
WaPo Targets Vets: From Heroes To Hustlers?
In the fog of the sixth day of a government shutdown, where VA claims processing grinds on 62,000 files weekly, The Washington Post drops an…
Every Step Counts: Trail of Hope 5K Raises Awareness for Veteran Mental Health
Laredo is stepping up. The Trail of Hope 5K Challenge: Remembering 17; Supporting the Many is a newly launched event that took place on September…
No VR&E Counselor, No Payments? How the VA Shutdown Impacts Veterans
The federal government shutdown has furloughed all Veteran Readiness and Employment (VR&E, Chapter 31) counselors nationwide. That means thousands of disabled veterans may face delays…
29 Million Homes Strong: VA Loan Program Continues to Empower Veterans
The Department of Veterans Affairs recently announced it has guaranteed its 29 millionth home loan since the VA Home Loan Guaranty Program was launched in…
Fewer Renewals, Less Red Tape: VA Streamlines Community Care
On August 4, 2025, the Department of Veterans Affairs announced a major update that could make community care less of a hassle for tens of…
Defense Bill Boosts Pay, Troop Strength—Veterans Watch the Impact
The House recently passed its version of the FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), approving approximately $893 billion in defense policy expenditures. Key provisions…
Access Without Barriers: VA’s Telehealth Expansion Puts Veterans First
The VA’s telehealth game isn’t just growing — it’s transforming. According to a recent Military.com report, in fiscal year 2025 more than 2.1 million veterans…
Command Assessment Program Cancelled: Does Fairness Take a Hit?
Earlier this month, the U.S. Army officially cancelled its Command Assessment Program (CAP) — a promotion system introduced under former Secretary Christine Wormuth that used…