And here is the kicker: once they are given Separation Pay, when they apply for VA benefits the VA withholds disability compensation until full separation pay is recouped (10 U.S.C. §1174). That means the gov gets that $$ back. So, as Veterans these service members will cont to face challenges.
August 8, 2025 at 3:17 AM
And here is the kicker: once they are given Separation Pay, when they apply for VA benefits the VA withholds disability compensation until full separation pay is recouped (10 U.S.C. §1174). That means the gov gets that $$ back. So, as Veterans these service members will cont to face challenges.