Latest "veterans benefits" stories

VA hopes to end mandatory overtime for its claims processors

Staffers have been required to work up to 4 hours a week, or more than two extra days each month, to clear backlogged and overdue disability claims.

By Leo Shane III

3 days ago

Who counts as a veteran? Not the latest Texas shooter

Pentagon officials this week rejected the idea that the gunman who killed eight could be called a veteran.

By Leo Shane III

12 days ago

VA gets new benefits chief after two years of waiting

Josh Jacobs has served as the acting benefits secretary since last summer.

By Leo Shane III

4 weeks ago

VA secretary worries mistrust, awareness holding back benefits claims

Only a small number of vets eligible for PACT Act benefits have applied.

By Leo Shane III

6 weeks ago

Vet Agency hopes for more state-run cemeteries for burial options

Nearly 17 million veterans live within 75 miles of a national or state cemetery they can choose for burial.

By Leo Shane III

8 weeks ago

VA benefits nominee promises more free help for veterans filing claims

Joshua Jacobs is expected to be confirmed into the post in coming weeks.

By Leo Shane III

3 months ago

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