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fromwww.mercurynews.com
3 weeks ago

An ex-SJPD cop charged with violent road rage got leniency because of his military service under a new law. Was that the intent?

George Brown's DUI and road rage charges were suspended due to military diversion law focused on veterans with PTSD.
fromSFGATE
1 month ago

Trump Official Highlights Benefits of VA Home Loans and Efforts To Modernize the Key Program

The VA Home Loan program has successfully supported veteran homeownership, modernizing processes to meet today's needs.
Modernization efforts include improved technology and customer service, increasing efficiency in loan processing.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Exclusive: US veterans agency orders scientists not to publish in journals without clearance

VA physicians and scientists are now required to obtain approval from political appointees before speaking publicly or publishing, limiting transparency and academic freedom.
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fromwww.npr.org
6 years ago

Why The Number Of U.S. Visas Being Granted To Afghan And Iraqi Allies Are Down

U.S. interpreters in Iraq and Afghanistan face increased dangers due to visa delays and broken promises from the American government.
US news
fromwww.npr.org
3 months ago

Trump's VA strands thousands of veterans by ending a key mortgage program

The VA has ended the VASP program, risking foreclosure for thousands of veterans who depend on it for mortgage relief.
fromTruthout
3 months ago

Vietnamese Agent Orange Victims Have Never Been Compensated. Rashida Tlaib Wants to Change That.

The effects of Agent Orange have permeated generations, causing congenital anomalies and a persistent struggle for justice, marking a dark legacy of the Vietnam War.
SF parents
Mental health
fromDaily Kos
5 months ago

The American Prospect: "A Middle Finger To Vets" By Trump/Musk And New VA Secretary.

The Veterans Administration is facing significant turmoil and mismanagement affecting veterans' healthcare and job security due to recent political changes.
fromwww.bbc.com
5 months ago

MoD investigates air crew cancers after helicopter claims

The government is investigating potential cancer cases among military aircrew linked to toxic fumes from helicopters.
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