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Opinion
America must ‘honor the contract’ on veterans’ benefits
In this opinion piece, Al Lipphardt of VFW responds to a recent Economist article that labeled veterans' benefits as "absurdly generous."
By Al Lipphardt
Trump picks Fox commentator Pete Hegseth as his next Defense Secretary
Hegseth is an Army veteran and will need to be confirmed by the Senate before taking over the top civilian Pentagon post.
Opinion
Document the stories of the ‘Greatest Generation’ before it’s too late
In this Veterans Day op-ed, a military history filmmaker implores Americans to document the stories of World War II veterans while they're still alive.
By Luke Basso
Giving Back and Giving Thanks for Our Veterans
Veterans are a select group of people, making up less than 10% of the U.S. population.
By Sightline Media Group Sponsored Content
Pentagon chief directs military to conduct smooth transition to Trump
In a memo, Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin reminded service members of their obligation to follow the lawful orders of the next commander in chief.
Remains of Civil War veterans found in funeral home’s storage
For decades, the cremated remains of more than two dozen American Civil War veterans languished in storage facilities.
House members push senators to back better pay for junior enlisted
In a letter to Senate leaders, House lawmakers said the military must enact more quality-of-life reforms to ensure the health of troops and their families.
Many military ballots won’t be counted until after Election Day
Election officials are asking for patience from voters awaiting the results of this year's presidential and congressional elections.
US sending bombers, more warships to Middle East
The moves come at a critical time as Israel’s war with Hamas and battles with Hezbollah in Lebanon rage, even as officials press for a cease-fire.
Prosthetics Give Army Veteran Freedom, Fisher House Gives Him Strength
Army veteran Matthew Melancon is one of the first elective double amputees.
By Sightline Media Group Sponsored Content
Babysitter faces trial 6 years after baby’s death in military housing
Dixie Denise Villa, a Navy wife, is set to go to trial on manslaughter after nearly six years after a 7-month-old baby was found dead in her home.
By Karen Jowers