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Many thousands of disabled veterans are likely still waiting for back pay, estimated $6 million in total, VA failed to pay due to a “glitch” following the last government shutdown …

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Jul 27 2016

Now, Hillary Clinton Finally Promises Veterans Affairs Reforms

61 Comments / News & Legislation / By Benjamin Krause

After getting bashed in veteran circles and by Donald Trump for her juvenile approach to recent veteran scandals last October, Clinton now promises reforms. When asked about VA problems during …

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Feb 12 2016February 12, 2016

AFGE Union President To ‘Whoop’ VA Secretary’s ‘Ass’

50 Comments / News & Legislation / By Benjamin Krause

A leaked recording of the AFGE union president catches him calling Rep. Jeff Miller “a fool” and that he will “whoop” VA Secretary Bob McDonald’s “ass” if he steps out …

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Jan 21 2016

VA Exec Says Corruption Allegations Are ‘Crap’

33 Comments / News & Legislation / By Benjamin Krause

VA exec Sloan Gibson fired a shot across the bow this week at two members of Congress when he denied that corruption linked to the wait list was widespread at …

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Sep 3 2015September 3, 2015

Veterans Divided On Donald Trump Presidency

71 Comments / Ben's Blog, News & Legislation / By Benjamin Krause

Veterans were divided yesterday when TheBlaze published an article questioning whether Donald Trump is the ‘new champion’ for veterans following years of blown promises under the Obama. What do you …

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Aug 14 2015

VA ‘Greatly Regrets’ Brain Exam Scam With Unqualified Doctors

45 Comments / Ben's Blog, Disability Compensation / By Benjamin Krause

VA issued a statement following exposure of a scam at Minneapolis VA where unqualified doctors were posing as qualified doctors and denying claims for traumatic brain injury. In a …

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Jul 13 2015July 13, 2015

White House Promises New VA OIG Head

53 Comments / Ben's Blog, Veterans Rights / By Benjamin Krause

Last week, the White House promised to appoint a new VA OIG head for the beleaguered oversight arm responsible for keeping Department of Veterans Affairs honest. The previous acting Inspector …

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