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‘Profound alarm’: US veterans agency roiled by fight over anti-discrimination provisions

Nearly 100 lawmakers claim the agency’s recent actions put veterans’ healthcare at risk. Department of Veterans Affairs chief says ‘no one is being discriminated against at VA’

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US Veterans Affairs Cuts Layoff Plan to 30,000, Down From Original 80,000 Target

The US Department of Veterans Affairs scales back its layoff plan from 80,000 to 30,000 positions, with critics warning the cuts still risk undermining veteran care.

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Musk’s DOGE team reportedly tried to fire air traffic controllers amid multiple plane crashes but was stopped by the Transportation secretary

Duffy also rebuffed Musk’s claim that air traffic controllers were hired from DEI initiatives.

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Trump is bulldozing some Republicans’ priorities. They should be nervous

ANALYSIS: From the CHIPs and Science Act to Ukraine to tariffs, Trump’s moves are undermining Republican agendas, Eric Garcia reports

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Trump Sees Rare Pushback From Own Party Over Leak Memo on Gutting Veterans Affairs: 'Political Malpractice'

Republican leaders are privately voicing concern about the political backlash from the massive layoffs at the agency

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Trump Sees Rare Pushback From Own Party Over Leaked Memo on Gutting Veterans Affairs: 'Political Malpractice'

Republican leaders are privately voicing concern about the political backlash from the massive layoffs at the agency

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VA pauses billions in cuts lauded by Musk as lawmakers and veterans decry loss of critical care

The Department of Veterans Affairs has temporarily suspended billions of dollars in contract cuts after an uproar that critical veterans health services were harmed, lawmakers and veterans service organizations said Wednesday

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Veterans Affairs Official Issues Stark Warning About Musk's 'Absolute Chaos' Approach to Gutting Agency: 'Nothing is Getting Done'

"The best employees are starting to look elsewhere," the official told NBC News. "I can't overemphasize that enough."

Latin Times

Democratic Lawmaker Bashes DOGE Cuts As Hundreds Laid Off at VA: 'How is That in the Service of Our Veterans?'

A Democratic lawmaker condemned the latest 1,400 VA layoffs, part of DOGEs federal overhaul, warning they undermine veterans' services and agency staffing.

Latin Times

The Latest: Federal workers face mass layoffs

Federal workers all over the country have responded with anger and confusion Friday toward President Donald Trump's aggressive effort to shrink the size of the federal workforce

The Independent UK

President Trump Appoints Doug Collins As Interim Head Of Agencies

President Trump appoints Doug Collins as interim head of OGE and Special Counsel offices, signaling a shift in government oversight leadership.

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Doug Collins Confirmed As Secretary Of Veterans Affairs

Doug Collins, new Secretary of Veterans Affairs, aims to improve care for veterans with bipartisan support and commitment to addressing their evolving heal...

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Former Rep. Doug Collins Confirmed As Secretary Of Veterans Affairs

Former Rep. Doug Collins confirmed as secretary of veterans affairs with bipartisan support. Focus on improving veterans' care and well-being.

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Doug Collins confirmed as veterans affairs secretary as Trump Cabinet takes shape

The United States has a new secretary of veterans affairs

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US Health Secretary Nominee RFK Jr Passes Crunch Senate Vote

US President Donald Trump's embattled health secretary pick, vaccine conspiracy theorist Robert F. Kennedy Jr, passed a crucial test in his confirmation bid on Tuesday as senators voted to advance his nomination to the floor.

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Senate easily confirms Collins as VA secretary - Roll Call

Collins takes the helm as the agency is seeing hundreds of thousands of additional veterans sign up for VA health care programs.

The Guardian - US

Tracking Trump cabinet confirmations – so far

Donald Trump’s picks for top posts in his administration have tested the loyalty of Senate Republicans

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Trump Supporter Begs for Help After Job Offer Rescinded Due to Trump's Order: 'I Know This Was an Unintended Consequence'

A Texas family in the process of relocating for a job with the VA is pleading for help after the job offer was rescinded due to Trump's federal hiring freeze.

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Sen. Hirono Challenges Trump Nominees On Sexual Assault Allegations

Sen. Mazie Hirono's fearless questioning in confirmation hearings raises important issues and sparks debate.

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Doug Collins' Nomination For VA Secretary Approved By Committee

Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee approves Doug Collins' nomination to lead the Department of Veterans Affairs. Collins' confirmation now moves to the Sen...

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Senate Committee To Vote On Doug Collins' Confirmation

Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee to vote on Doug Collins' confirmation as Secretary, highlighting his bipartisan support and commitments to veterans' care.

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Veterans Affairs Secretary Nominee Promises No Involvement In Migrant Healthcare

Doug Collins, VA secretary nominee, addresses concerns over VA funding for migrant healthcare and vows to prioritize veterans' care.

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Senator Blumenthal Urges VA Secretary Nominee To Advocate For Veterans

Concerns raised during VA secretary nominee hearing about potential cost-cutting impact on veterans and hiring freeze under new executive order.

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Senate To Grill Trump's Cabinet Nominees In Confirmation Hearings

President Trump's cabinet nominees face Senate confirmation hearings, providing insight into the new administration's priorities and direction.

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