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The Latest Breaking News from Veterans Affairs

SCOTUS Hands Trump A Power Play—But Are The Checks Vanishing?

The Trump administration is now free to proceed with planning "reductions in force" at departments like Veterans Affairs, Health and Human Services, Agriculture, and the State Department.

International Business Times

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.

International Business Times UK

Memorial research centre unlocks precious war records

Access to military records, diaries and precious documents will be made easier for people wanting to learn about the service and sacrifice of their loved ones.

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Trump news at a glance: veterans affairs department muzzled after critical article

VA physicians and scientists ordered not to publish in medical journals without seeking clearance from Trump appointees. Key US politics stories from Sunday 1 June

The Guardian - US

Veterans affairs agency orders staff to report each other for ‘anti-Christian bias’

New taskforce demands names in rooting out ‘policies, procedures … or understandings hostile to Christian views’

The Guardian - US

Senate Democrats looking to block Trump nominees over administration’s ‘lawlessness’

Move follows bipartisan support for some Trump Cabinet picks, including Marco Rubio

The Independent UK

US Federal Judge Orders Agencies To Rehire Fired Workers

A US judge on Thursday ordered six federal agencies to rehire thousands of probationary workers fired as part of Donald Trump's push to slash the size and scope of government.

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WATCH: Elderly Veteran Chains Himself to a Post Outside White House to Protest Trump Admin's VA Cuts

An elderly veteran protested the Trump administration's mass layoffs within the Department of Veterans Affairs by chaining himself to a signpost outside the White House in a now viral video.

Latin Times

Major Oracle outage hits US Federal health record systems

VA, DOD and other medical facilities all affected by Oracle outage, which was reportedly fixed with a system restart.

TechRadar

5 reasons veterans are especially hard-hit by federal cuts

The Department of Veterans Affairs is planning to cut 83,000 jobs, slashing employment by over 17% at the federal agency that provides health care for millions of veterans, according to an internal memo obtained by The Associated Press on March 5, 2025.

The Conversation

Trump plans to gut the VA

President Donald Trump's administration plans to cut some 80,000 jobs from the Veterans Affairs Department

Salon

White House plans to expand mass layoffs to IRS and Veterans Affairs

Trump administration looks to axe up to half of the tax agency’s workforce and fire up to 83,000 workers at the VA

The Guardian - US

Elon Musk overhauled the Obama-era Digital Services agency and turned it into DOGE. Ex- employees say it betrays the original mission

The U.S. Digital Service was created in 2014 to bring digital best practices to the federal government. In its new incarnation, the office is focused on eliminating bureaucracy and cutting costs.

Fortune

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."

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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.

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Veterans Affairs Reinstates Fired Crisis Line Workers

Department of Veterans Affairs reinstates employees terminated from Veterans Crisis Line, recognizing their experience and dedication.

The Independent UK

VA nurses are in short supply. Unions say Trump's deferred resignation plan could make things worse

Nurses caring for military veterans through the Department of Veterans Affairs comprise the largest group of federal employees

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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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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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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.

AAP

War veteran paints his way out of a dark place

A war veteran who turned to art to manage his trauma now hopes to make a career out of his passion, and will paint a mural for a veterans support group.

AAP

Australian Defence Force to recruit Five Eyes personnel

More overseas citizens will soon be able to enlist in Australia's Defence Force as the government relaxes eligibility requirements to boost numbers.

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Doug Collins: Key Facts About Trump's VA Secretary Pick

Learn about Doug Collins, a military veteran and former congressman appointed to lead the Veterans Affairs Department.

Roll Call

Emergency veterans bill appears to be on a fast track - Roll Call

The House on Tuesday is set to take up legislation that would fill a nearly $3 billion gap in veterans benefits ahead of a Sept. 20 deadline.

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JD Vance Supports Giving Veterans More Healthcare Options

JD Vance discusses the need for more healthcare options and efficiency within the Veterans Affairs system.

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