Management
Meet the Man Now Responsible for Solving the VA Crisis
Robert McDonald got overwhelming bipartisan support during his Senate confirmation vote Tuesday.
Defense
Republicans Condemn Bergdahl Swap
But Democrats on the House Armed Services Committee say the resolution is simply a political move ahead of this week's House vote on suing President Obama.
Oversight
How Much Does It Cost to Fix the VA?
Proposal to hire 10,000 new clinicians meets with skepticism on the Hill.
Oversight
The VA Is One Step Closer to Getting a New Leader
Senate Veterans' Affairs Committee approves Robert McDonald's nomination to lead the scandal-plagued department.
Management
Does the Next VA Secretary Face an Impossible Task?
Senators have a long to-do list for nominee Robert McDonald, expecting him to succeed where his predecessors have failed.
Defense
Don't Expect the VA to Improve Overnight
The acting secretary says the agency can turn the corner in two years, but it will need a lot more money.
Management
The VA Scandal Just Keeps Spreading
VA employees and lawmakers raise concerns that unrealistic deadlines and bad leadership led to data manipulation in the handling of disability claims.
Defense
How to Stop Burn Pits From Becoming the Next Agent Orange
As veterans complain of health impacts from toxic fumes, advocates warn that burn pits in Iraq and Afghanistan might come back to haunt the administration.
Defense
Iraq's Probably Going to Need Help Taking Back Its Country
But Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel said no U.S. troops will perform combat missions.
Management
The Four Biggest Challenges the Next VA Secretary Faces
McDonald will inherit a scandal-plagued department with few easy fixes.
Management
Chart: The Benefits Claims That Are Flying Under the Radar at VA
Disability claims aren't the only ones clogging up the system.
Management
One Thing That Is Going Right for Veterans
More Iraq and Afghanistan veterans are finding jobs, but the unemployment rate could easily creep back up as more soldiers come home.
Management
FBI Joins Investigation Into VA Wait Times
Bureau is reviewing records to see if officials lied about wait times for medical care to receive a bonus.
Oversight
Prosecuting VA Officials Would be 'Shot Heard Around the System'
Sixty-nine VA facilities -- not including Phoenix -- are under investigation by the VA’s inspector general office.
Management
Top VA Health Nominee Withdraws Over Ties to Waiting-List Scandal
The decision follows reports tying the nominee to a hospital with alleged secret waiting lists.
Management
4 Things Washington Could Do Right Now to Fix the VA
None of them involve floor speeches or finger-pointing.
Management
The VA Is a Disgrace. Is Obama to Blame?
Obama, Bush, Congress, and presidents going back to JFK all bear some of the responsibility.
Defense
Obama Has Every Reason to Fix the VA. Why Hasn't He?
The candidate made taking care of veterans a pledge and a priority.
Defense
How Congress Plans to Prevent Military Suicides
Lawmakers hope to use an annual defense bill as a vehicle for mental-health screenings.
Defense
Why Are So Many Older Veterans Committing Suicide?
Fort Hood shooting shines a spotlight on an overall epidemic, but suicide rates are higher for older generations.
Almost There!
Help us tailor content specifically for you: