Business
The VA Scandal Just Keeps Spreading
Add hidden documents, improperly-processed disability claims, and at least six new offices under scrutiny to the already long list of problems facing the Department of Veterans Affairs. By Jordain Carney
Policy
Lawmakers Want Answers on the Effects of Iraq and Afghanistan's Burn Pits
Some veterans feel the health impacts of Iraq and Afghanistan burn pit exposure demand more study. Some lawmakers aren't giving up on the issue either. By Jordain Carney
Business
The Four Biggest Challenges Facing the New VA Secretary
The Department of Veterans Affairs needs badly to win back the public's trust. Here are a few ways the incoming boss can prepare for what lies ahead. By Jordain Carney
Business
FBI Joins Investigation Into VA Wait Times
The FBI is reviewing VA records to see if officials committed a crime by lying about wait times for medical care to receive a bonus. By Jordain Carney
Policy
4 Things Washington Could Do Right Now to Fix the VA
A few common hurdles to VA care could be overcome today to help address the ongoing scandal. Here are four ways to start making some progress. By Jordain Carney and Stacy Kaper
Business
Is Obama to Blame for Failures at the VA?
Obama, Bush, Congress, and presidents going back to JFK all bear some of the responsibility. By Jordain Carney and Stacy Kaper
Business
Why Obama Is Just the Latest President Unable to Fix the VA
Wars, technology, and red tape trump campaign promises when it comes to VA trouble. By Jordain Carney and Stacy Kaper
Policy
How Congress Plans to Prevent Military Suicides
Lawmakers want to use the annual defense spending bill to increase mental health screenings in the military. By Jordain Carney
Business
9 Air Force Officers Fired in Nuclear Missile Cheating Scandal
The commander of the nuclear missile wing at Malmstrom Air Force Base in Montana also stepped down after a massive cheating scandal. By Jordain Carney
Policy
Fight Over Ukraine Aid Brews in Congress
Senators are expected to overcome a procedural hurdle, but disagreement over an IMF provision remains. By Jordain Carney
Policy
U.S. Relationship with Assad Reaches a New Low
The State Department shuts down the Syrian embassy in Washington, D.C. By Jordain Carney
Policy
Will the Ukraine Crisis Threaten the Iran Nuke Talks?
Diplomats from the U.S., U.K., France, Germany, Russia, China, and Iran are expected to meet in Vienna this week. By Jordain Carney
Policy
Congress to Pentagon: Hand Over the War Budget
The Pentagon is waiting to release its war budget until Afghan leaders sign the BSA. Congress says it can’t wait that long. By Jordain Carney
Policy
Americans Are Divided Over Military Spending
A slim plurality of Americans wants to cut military spending, according to a Gallup Poll released Thursday. By Jordain Carney
Business
Top Pentagon Official Says the Military 'Cried Wolf' Over Sequestration
The Pentagon is working on changing its message in the wake of new budget cuts. By Jordain Carney
Business
The Winners and Losers in Obama's Defense Spending Request
Here's what makes the cut, according to Secretary Hagel’s budget request preview. By Sara Sorcher and Jordain Carney
Business
Democrats Set Trap for Republicans on Veterans Benefits
Sen. Sanders' bill would expand benefits and shift $20 billion from the war account. By Stacy Kaper and Jordain Carney
Business
Military Focuses on Ethics Training Amid Scandals
Military schools will now have 'ethics units' as the services grapple with a string of high-profile scandals. By Sara Sorcher and Jordain Carney
Business
Half of Nuke Crew at Air Force Base Tied to Cheating Scandal
Nearly half of the nuclear-missile crew members at one base are tied to alleged cheating on a monthly proficiency test. By Jordain Carney
Policy
Democrats Want to Reverse $6B Veterans Benefits Cut, Pay for It Later
Congress has agreed to reverse $6 billion in cuts to veterans benefits. They just can't agree on how to pay for it. By Stacy Kaper and Jordain Carney
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