Veterans Affairs Follow the latest Veterans Affairs news, videos, and analysis from ABC News.
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Nov 11, 2024, 8:40 AM
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Army veteran's nonprofit aids former vets facing food insecurity
On 7 acres in Brandywine, Maryland, former U.S. Army Special Forces counterintelligence agent Peter Scott is farming to help food-insecure veterans in the D.C. region.Nov 11, 2024, 8:40 AM
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Nov 11, 2024, 9:13 AM
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Where to get free coffee, doughnuts and more for Veterans Day
Restaurants like Red Lobster, White Castle, Whataburger and more are offering free meals and discounts to active military and those who've served on Veterans Day.Nov 11, 2024, 9:13 AM
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Oct 15, 2024, 12:51 PM
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Pentagon grants honorable discharges to more than 800 veterans kicked out under 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell'
More than 13,000 service members were kicked out under the policy between 1994 and 2011.Oct 15, 2024, 12:51 PM
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May 31, 2024, 11:43 AM
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Senators demand information from VA about alleged 'flagrant misuse' of bonus money
An Internal watchdog found executives got some $11 million in improper bonuses.May 31, 2024, 11:43 AM
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Nov 13, 2023, 9:15 AM
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Veteran opens up about journey from combat zones to college
Military veteran Jamie Springston shares how he returned to school after serving overseas.Nov 13, 2023, 9:15 AM
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Jul 9, 2023, 3:04 PM
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Ambitious new campaign aims to reduce veteran suicide rate by half
USAA's Face the Fight is employing its $41 million in philanthropic grants in an effort to halve the suicide rate among veterans by 2030Jul 9, 2023, 3:04 PM
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Jun 6, 2023, 6:10 AM
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It's been 79 years since D-Day landings. How experts say we'll continue to honor WWII veterans
The number of World War II veterans, especially those who participated in the Normandy invasion on D-Day, is dwindling.Jun 6, 2023, 6:10 AM
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Nov 11, 2022, 8:16 AM
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Efforts launched to recover the history and identities of the nation's 1st Black Marines
Many are on a mission to find the first Black Marines that were established in 1942 as the Montford Point Marines.Nov 11, 2022, 8:16 AM
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Sep 20, 2022, 6:23 PM
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Veteran suicide rate is lowest in years, VA says, but advocates worry that's an undercount
The veteran suicide rate dropped to its lowest in over a decade, according to a report released Monday from the Department of Veteran AffairsSep 20, 2022, 6:23 PM
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Sep 17, 2022, 8:20 AM
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After a third of veterans report being arrested, a new effort to understand why
One-third of veterans say they have been arrested, according to a new report by the Council on Criminal Justice, citing a 2017 study focused on military service and crimeSep 17, 2022, 8:20 AM
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Aug 2, 2022, 9:26 PM
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Amid protests, Senate passes health care for vets exposed to toxic burn pits
The Senate on Tuesday night approved the PACT Act to help veterans exposed to toxic burn pitsAug 2, 2022, 9:26 PM
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Jul 29, 2022, 4:57 PM
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Republicans reject spending bill for veterans exposed to 'burn pits,' toxins
Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer said he would schedule another procedural vote Monday.Jul 29, 2022, 4:57 PM
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Feb 15, 2022, 5:13 AM
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Can the VA pull off its 'monumental' bid to end veteran homelessness?
VA Secretary Denis McDonough says the nation's largest veterans housing project underway at the West LA VA could be a game-changer for eliminating veteran homelessness.Feb 15, 2022, 5:13 AM
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May 26, 2021, 4:55 PM
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Jon Stewart joins lawmakers to push benefits for vets exposed to toxins
Jon Stewart joined lawmakers to unveil legislation that would make it easier for veterans exposed to toxic substances to access Veterans Affairs benefits.May 26, 2021, 4:55 PM
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May 11, 2021, 12:19 PM
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A 'monster': Woman who killed veterans at VA hospital gets 7 life sentences
Reta Mays' victims were killed in 2017 and 2018.May 11, 2021, 12:19 PM
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Apr 27, 2021, 1:37 PM
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For vets struggling to readjust to civilian life, fitness offers new beginning
So many veterans struggle to readjust to civilian life after returning home. FitOps aims harness their leadership and develops them into personal trainers.Apr 27, 2021, 1:37 PM
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Apr 13, 2021, 4:36 PM
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Jon Stewart, lawmakers announce legislation to help veterans impacted by burn pits
Comedian Jon Stewart joined lawmakers on Tuesday to announce legislation that would make it easier for veterans with diseases linked to burn pits to access benefits.Apr 13, 2021, 4:36 PM
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Jun 17, 2020, 5:23 PM
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Trump rolls out national plan to address veteran suicides
President Donald Trump rolled out a national plan to address veteran suicides, part of a three-year effort to address the problem.Jun 17, 2020, 5:23 PM
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May 14, 2020, 9:54 AM
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Travis Manion Foundation pairs veterans with youth to teach character amid COVID-19 pandemic
The Travis Manion Foundation teaches students character and engages veterans.May 14, 2020, 9:54 AM
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Apr 14, 2020, 3:52 PM
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44 veterans have died at Holyoke Soldiers' Home, 100 test positive for COVID-19
44 veterans have died at Massachusetts Soldiers' Home which is facing two investigationsApr 14, 2020, 3:52 PM
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Jun 7, 2019, 11:31 AM
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VA watchdog report finds veterans are owed refunds for incorrect fees
Thousands of disabled veterans are owed millions in repayments after government overcharges for home loans.Jun 7, 2019, 11:31 AM
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Jun 7, 2019, 3:23 PM
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US World War II veteran receives France's medal of honor on D-Day anniversary
Stan Friday, an Army scout, went ahead of the Allied troops after D-Day to scope out the danger and witnessed two Nazi concentration camps before they were liberated.Jun 7, 2019, 3:23 PM
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Apr 16, 2019, 8:00 PM
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Veterans group calls for multi-agency investigation after 3 vets killed themselves at VA facilities in 5-day span
American Veterans is calling for a multi-agency investigation into what they're calling a "suicide epidemic among veterans and service members."Apr 16, 2019, 8:00 PM
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Nov 29, 2018, 4:19 PM
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Study toxic exposure, vaccines in 9/11 and Gulf War veterans, scientists say
Scientists call on lawmakers and the Department of Veterans Affairs to fund a new program to study generational health effects among Gulf War and post-9/11 veterans.Nov 29, 2018, 4:19 PM
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Nov 29, 2018, 6:25 PM
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'Nothing could be further than the truth': VA officials contest report that underpaid veterans would not be reimbursed after August backlog
Officials from the Department of Veteran Affairs sought to correct conflicting reports Thursday that they would not reimburse underpaid vets from an August backlog.Nov 29, 2018, 6:25 PM
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Jun 26, 2018, 3:00 PM
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'Disgruntled' Air Force vet sets himself on fire outside Georgia Capitol, authorities said
Atlanta's Capital Square became a crime scene Tuesday when a man described by authorities as a "disgruntled" Air Force veteran tired to set himself on fire.Jun 26, 2018, 3:00 PM
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Apr 25, 2018, 5:58 PM
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Dems say allegations against VA nominee include wrecking government car while drunk, unethical behavior
A new document alleges the VA secretary nominee overzealously prescribed painkillers, was described as unethical and once drunkenly crashed a government car.Apr 25, 2018, 5:58 PM
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Mar 7, 2018, 6:59 PM
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Patients at risk due to failed VA leadership: Watchdog report
The veterans affairs secretary said critical deficiencies likely exist.Mar 7, 2018, 6:59 PM
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Mar 6, 2018, 8:00 PM
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Nov 29, 2017, 10:32 AM
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VA took years to review complaints against doctors in some cases, watchdog says
The government watchdog looked into five of the US's 170 VA medical centers.Nov 29, 2017, 10:32 AM
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Jun 13, 2017, 7:01 PM
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House clears major Veterans Affairs reform bill, sends to White House
The bill passed on a bipartisan 368-55 vote.Jun 13, 2017, 7:01 PM
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Jun 5, 2017, 7:23 PM
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Veterans Affairs to revamp how it stores veterans' health information
Shulkin said the move will ultimately allow the VA to deliver better care.Jun 5, 2017, 7:23 PM
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May 9, 2017, 10:32 AM
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Veteran's and service dog's cross-country walk casts light on PTSD
Navy veteran Joe Copeland, along with his service dog Molly, hopes to inspire others with his long journey and raise awareness about post-traumatic stress disorder.May 9, 2017, 10:32 AM
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Apr 12, 2017, 8:53 PM
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Conditions at DC VA hospital leave patients 'at unnecessary risk,' report finds
The OIG is continuing to survey conditions at the medical center.Apr 12, 2017, 8:53 PM
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Oct 5, 2016, 12:24 PM
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Veteran Plans to Get 'Dream Job' as Chef After Double Arm Transplant
John Peck became a quadruple amputee in Afghanistan.Oct 5, 2016, 12:24 PM
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Sep 16, 2016, 3:14 PM
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First Ladies Obama and Bush Urge Next President to Prioritize Veterans
"Keep the pressure on the next administration," Obama said.Sep 16, 2016, 3:14 PM
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Jul 29, 2016, 4:34 AM
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Report: VA Spent Millions on Costly Art as Veterans Waited for Care
More than $1 million was spent for a courtyard and sculpture at a Palo Alto facility.Jul 29, 2016, 4:34 AM
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Jul 7, 2016, 8:47 AM
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VA Releases Results of Largest Analysis of Veteran Suicide Rates
The VA examined over 55 million veteran records from 1979 to 2014.Jul 7, 2016, 8:47 AM
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May 24, 2016, 6:13 PM
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VA Secretary Robert McDonald 'Deeply Regrets' Wait Time Remarks
Robert McDonald released the statement a day after the remarks.May 24, 2016, 6:13 PM
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