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5 reasons veterans are especially hard-hit by federal cuts

The Department of Veterans Affairs is planning to cut 83,000 jobs, slashing employment by over 17% at the federal agency that provides health care for millions of veterans, according to an internal memo obtained by The Associated Press on March 5, 2025.

The Conversation

Trump plans to gut the VA

President Donald Trump's administration plans to cut some 80,000 jobs from the Veterans Affairs Department

Salon

White House plans to expand mass layoffs to IRS and Veterans Affairs

Trump administration looks to axe up to half of the tax agency’s workforce and fire up to 83,000 workers at the VA

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Elon Musk overhauled the Obama-era Digital Services agency and turned it into DOGE. Ex- employees say it betrays the original mission

The U.S. Digital Service was created in 2014 to bring digital best practices to the federal government. In its new incarnation, the office is focused on eliminating bureaucracy and cutting costs.

Fortune

Veterans Affairs Official Issues Stark Warning About Musk's 'Absolute Chaos' Approach to Gutting Agency: 'Nothing is Getting Done'

"The best employees are starting to look elsewhere," the official told NBC News. "I can't overemphasize that enough."

Latin Times

Democratic Lawmaker Bashes DOGE Cuts As Hundreds Laid Off at VA: 'How is That in the Service of Our Veterans?'

A Democratic lawmaker condemned the latest 1,400 VA layoffs, part of DOGEs federal overhaul, warning they undermine veterans' services and agency staffing.

Latin Times

Veterans Affairs Reinstates Fired Crisis Line Workers

Department of Veterans Affairs reinstates employees terminated from Veterans Crisis Line, recognizing their experience and dedication.

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VA nurses are in short supply. Unions say Trump's deferred resignation plan could make things worse

Nurses caring for military veterans through the Department of Veterans Affairs comprise the largest group of federal employees

The Independent UK

Former Rep. Doug Collins Confirmed As Secretary Of Veterans Affairs

Former Rep. Doug Collins confirmed as secretary of veterans affairs with bipartisan support. Focus on improving veterans' care and well-being.

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Veterans Affairs Secretary Nominee Promises No Involvement In Migrant Healthcare

Doug Collins, VA secretary nominee, addresses concerns over VA funding for migrant healthcare and vows to prioritize veterans' care.

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Senate To Grill Trump's Cabinet Nominees In Confirmation Hearings

President Trump's cabinet nominees face Senate confirmation hearings, providing insight into the new administration's priorities and direction.

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War veteran paints his way out of a dark place

A war veteran who turned to art to manage his trauma now hopes to make a career out of his passion, and will paint a mural for a veterans support group.

AAP

Australian Defence Force to recruit Five Eyes personnel

More overseas citizens will soon be able to enlist in Australia's Defence Force as the government relaxes eligibility requirements to boost numbers.

AAP

Doug Collins: Key Facts About Trump's VA Secretary Pick

Learn about Doug Collins, a military veteran and former congressman appointed to lead the Veterans Affairs Department.

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Emergency veterans bill appears to be on a fast track - Roll Call

The House on Tuesday is set to take up legislation that would fill a nearly $3 billion gap in veterans benefits ahead of a Sept. 20 deadline.

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JD Vance Supports Giving Veterans More Healthcare Options

JD Vance discusses the need for more healthcare options and efficiency within the Veterans Affairs system.

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House Democrats urge VA to find gun rider workaround - Roll Call

Rep. Mike Thompson led nearly 140 lawmakers in urging the VA to minimize the fallout from a gun-related policy rider in a new spending law.

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VA Secretary Reverses Decision On V-J Day Photo Ban

Learn how the Veterans Affairs secretary reversed a memo banning the iconic 'V-J Day in Times Square' photo at VA facilities.

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WEKU

Congress passed so few laws this year that we explained them all in 1,000 words

Lawmakers didn't have a very productive year, but they did manage to pass 27 pieces of legislation. Here's what the laws accomplish.

Fortune

Veterans Affairs' highest-ranking woman is ensuring female service members get what they're owed

Veterans Affairs Deputy Secretary Tanya Bradsher says women veterans are more likely to discount their service.

WEKU

Sunday’s VA 5K a fundraiser for Fisher House in Lexington

The 8th annual VA 5-K is Sunday at 1 p.m. at the Veterans Affairs Leestown Road complex in Lexington. It’s a fundraiser for the Fisher House, a 16-suite building for family members of veterans being cared for at either Lexington campus.

WEKU

A century ago, Black WWI vets demanded better care. They got their own VA hospital

This is the centennial of the first Veterans Affairs hospital established to treat Black veterans. It opened in Tuskegee, Ala., after veterans were denied equitable health care after World War I.

The Independent UK

Veterans see historic expansion of benefits for toxic exposure as new law nears anniversary

Hundreds of thousands of veterans have received additional benefits in the past year after President Joe Biden signed legislation expanding coverage for conditions connected to burn pits that were used to destroy trash and potentially toxic materials

The Independent UK

Helpline launched to assist homeless veterans

The hotline – open to people in England, Scotland and Wales – is part of a two-year programme working towards an aim end veteran rough sleeping.

Roll Call

New food stamp requirements test states and USDA - Roll Call

A legislative and regulatory storm is brewing as government agencies work to turn the new food stamp work requirements into reality.

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