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Vets could be hurt by proposed $13 billion cut to student loan relief
Students who are defrauded by their schools would have a harder time getting their federal loans erased under new rules proposed by the Trump administration Wednesday. The proposal drew applause from the for-profit industry but sharp criticism from advocacy groups that represent student borrowers, including veterans.
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Study: Companies still don’t understand veterans
More than half of veterans struggle to find work in their desired field after the military because employers want more experienced and educated candidates – and often don’t realize veterans qualify, a new survey finds.
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VA official should resign over anti-Muslim comments, advocates say
In online posts, the official warned of the dangers posed by Muslims and promoted “birther” conspiracies.
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House approves plans to create new VA economic opportunity administration
Senate lawmakers will have to decide if new focus on benefits is a good idea or too much bureaucracy.
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Here are the biggest issues facing the new Veterans Affairs secretary
Robert Wilkie steps into a department which has seen multiple accomplishments and multiple headaches in recent months.
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Senate confirms Robert Wilkie as next VA secretary, but with opposition
For the first time, several senators voted against the nominee, breaking a streak of non-contentious approvals for the top VA post.
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This week in Congress: Wrapping up the defense authorization bill?
Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of July 23.
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Family reunited with Army veteran’s lost dog tags
Lost for about 70 years, dog tags found with a metal detector in Colorado by a stranger have been returned to the family of a Washington County veteran.
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Senate vote on Trump’s pick to lead VA set for Monday
Robert Wilkie will face opposition on the Senate floor, but also enjoys strong support from key lawmakers.
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New Colorado VA hospital finally opens, late and over budget
A $1.7 billion veterans hospital in suburban Denver has opened its doors to visitors after a ceremonial ribbon-cutting.
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Vets could be hurt by proposed $13 billion cut to student loan relief
Students who are defrauded by their schools would have a harder time getting their federal loans erased under new rules proposed by the Trump administration Wednesday. The proposal drew applause from the for-profit industry but sharp criticism from advocacy groups that represent student borrowers, including veterans.
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Study: Companies still don’t understand veterans
More than half of veterans struggle to find work in their desired field after the military because employers want more experienced and educated candidates – and often don’t realize veterans qualify, a new survey finds.
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VA official should resign over anti-Muslim comments, advocates say
In online posts, the official warned of the dangers posed by Muslims and promoted “birther” conspiracies.
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House approves plans to create new VA economic opportunity administration
Senate lawmakers will have to decide if new focus on benefits is a good idea or too much bureaucracy.
-
Here are the biggest issues facing the new Veterans Affairs secretary
Robert Wilkie steps into a department which has seen multiple accomplishments and multiple headaches in recent months.
-
Senate confirms Robert Wilkie as next VA secretary, but with opposition
For the first time, several senators voted against the nominee, breaking a streak of non-contentious approvals for the top VA post.
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This week in Congress: Wrapping up the defense authorization bill?
Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of July 23.
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Family reunited with Army veteran’s lost dog tags
Lost for about 70 years, dog tags found with a metal detector in Colorado by a stranger have been returned to the family of a Washington County veteran.
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Senate vote on Trump’s pick to lead VA set for Monday
Robert Wilkie will face opposition on the Senate floor, but also enjoys strong support from key lawmakers.
-
New Colorado VA hospital finally opens, late and over budget
A $1.7 billion veterans hospital in suburban Denver has opened its doors to visitors after a ceremonial ribbon-cutting.
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Vets could be hurt by proposed $13 billion cut to student loan relief
Students who are defrauded by their schools would have a harder time getting their federal loans erased under new rules proposed by the Trump administration Wednesday. The proposal drew applause from the for-profit industry but sharp criticism from advocacy groups that represent student borrowers, including veterans.
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Study: Companies still don’t understand veterans
More than half of veterans struggle to find work in their desired field after the military because employers want more experienced and educated candidates – and often don’t realize veterans qualify, a new survey finds.
-
VA official should resign over anti-Muslim comments, advocates say
In online posts, the official warned of the dangers posed by Muslims and promoted “birther” conspiracies.
-
House approves plans to create new VA economic opportunity administration
Senate lawmakers will have to decide if new focus on benefits is a good idea or too much bureaucracy.
-
Here are the biggest issues facing the new Veterans Affairs secretary
Robert Wilkie steps into a department which has seen multiple accomplishments and multiple headaches in recent months.
-
Senate confirms Robert Wilkie as next VA secretary, but with opposition
For the first time, several senators voted against the nominee, breaking a streak of non-contentious approvals for the top VA post.
-
This week in Congress: Wrapping up the defense authorization bill?
Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of July 23.
-
Family reunited with Army veteran’s lost dog tags
Lost for about 70 years, dog tags found with a metal detector in Colorado by a stranger have been returned to the family of a Washington County veteran.
-
Senate vote on Trump’s pick to lead VA set for Monday
Robert Wilkie will face opposition on the Senate floor, but also enjoys strong support from key lawmakers.
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New Colorado VA hospital finally opens, late and over budget
A $1.7 billion veterans hospital in suburban Denver has opened its doors to visitors after a ceremonial ribbon-cutting.



