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Honoring ALL who served! Every Veteran deserves dignity and access to the benefits they’ve earned. Learn more: https://www.dva.wa.gov/definition-veteran 🤝 #Veterans #Inclusion #Equity #WashingtonVeterans #HonorAllWhoServed
December 2, 2025 at 9:30 PM
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Join us for Veterans Day 2025 in Washington!
Celebrating our heroes Nov. 8–11 with parades & ceremonies.
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October 30, 2025 at 11:20 PM
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Dr. Bridal's confirmation hearing revealed intense opposition to controversial cuts in veteran benefits, raising critical questions about the future of support for our heroes.

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Doctor Bridal Discusses VA Benefits Oversight in Senate Confirmation Hearing
Doctor Bridal asserts commitment to veterans' benefits amid Senate scrutiny of proposed reforms.
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September 12, 2025 at 2:09 AM
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Senators are sounding the alarm over the VA's infrastructure woes and the urgent need for bipartisan support to ensure veterans receive the care they deserve.

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VA Secretary Collins addresses infrastructure challenges and veteran care efficiency at Senate hearing
Secretary Collins outlines strategies to improve VA infrastructure and veteran care access
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June 30, 2025 at 8:08 AM
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A senator's fiery questioning of the VA’s nondisclosure agreements has ignited a debate about transparency and accountability in the face of major restructuring.

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Senator raises concerns over Veterans Administration nondisclosure agreements
Senator questions legality of VA nondisclosure agreements and demands transparency in restructuring.
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June 7, 2025 at 12:19 AM
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Tensions rise as lawmakers confront VA Secretary Collins over budget transparency and the future of veterans' care—are our heroes getting the support they deserve?

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Congressional Hearing Presses VA Secretary Collins on Transparency and Care for Veterans
Lawmakers demand answers from VA Secretary Collins on budget transparency and veterans' healthcare.
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May 18, 2025 at 2:46 AM
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Despite hiring 52,000 new staff, the VA's performance is declining, leaving veterans waiting longer than ever for critical care.

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VA faces scrutiny over inefficiency despite growth in workforce and funding
VA acknowledges worsening metrics despite increasing workforce numbers and budget allocations.
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May 18, 2025 at 2:45 AM
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VA leaders report a $1 billion reduction in improper payments, but ongoing challenges still threaten veterans' financial security.

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VA officials outline strategies to reduce improper payments in benefits programs
VA executives report on efforts to address improper payments and enhance claims processing.
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May 15, 2025 at 3:50 PM
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Senator Hassel raised alarming concerns at the Senate hearing, questioning how the Trump administration's plan to fire 80,000 VA employees could worsen wait times and jeopardize veterans' access to critical care.

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Senator Hassel questions VA plans to fire 80000 employees amid rising wait times
Senator Hassel critiques VA administration's plan to fire staff affecting veterans' care access.
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April 30, 2025 at 6:17 AM
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The recent VA layoffs have raised urgent questions about the future of veterans' services and the accountability of leadership—are veterans' voices being heard?

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Secretary commits to veterans first as VA faces 5000 layoffs in one month
Secretary's promise to improve veterans' services questioned amid significant VA staffing cuts.
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February 26, 2025 at 3:52 AM
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In a heated hearing, lawmakers clash over the VA's accountability, revealing unsettling delays in veteran care and proposing bold new legislation.

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Congress debates VA accountability amid concerns over employee treatment and veteran care
Lawmakers address VA's employee accountability and its impact on veteran healthcare services.
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February 7, 2025 at 3:54 PM
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Washington State is facing a seismic crisis as unreinforced masonry buildings threaten both public safety and economic stability in the wake of potential earthquakes.

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Washington State confronts earthquake risks from unreinforced masonry buildings in urgent safety review
Washington State faces significant earthquake risks from unreinforced masonry buildings, threatening public safety and economy.
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January 16, 2025 at 4:09 AM
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Congress is embroiled in a fierce debate over a $12 billion funding shortfall for veterans' medical care, raising alarms about the future of essential services.

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Congressional leaders clash over $12 billion VA funding shortfall in heated budget debate
Congress faces criticism for prioritizing political theater over urgent VA funding for veterans' care.
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December 31, 2024 at 7:27 PM