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Vets’ PACT Act claims continue to rise, two years after law’s passage
More than 1 million disability claims related to military toxic exposure have been approved in the first two years of the veterans benefits legislation.
VA secretary worries mistrust, awareness holding back benefits claims
Only a small number of vets eligible for PACT Act benefits have applied.
Gerard Butler’s ‘Kandahar’ latest to feature Afghan interpreter story
"Kandahar" premieres on May 26.
By Sarah Sicard
40% of vets report worries about military toxic exposure injuries
Since November, VA officials have screened more than 1 million veterans for health issues related to things like burn pit smoke and chemical contamination.
Biden urges vets to apply for burn pit benefits right away
The commander in chief traveled to Delaware for a veterans town hall to highlight new services and help for toxic exposure victims.
VA plans ‘week of action’ to highlight new toxic exposure benefits
The move builds on months of efforts to publicize health care and disability payouts available through the PACT Act.
New VA toxic exposure screening starts Nov. 8
The five-minute series of questions is designed to inform vets of new benefits they may be able to receive.
Ex-Army reservist convicted of illegally acting as Chinese agent
Charges of acting as an illegal agent carry a maximum prison sentence of 10 years.
By Jon Simkins
Vets can apply for all PACT Act benefits now after VA speeds up law
Congress said officials could wait until 2026 to handle some claims, but White House officials have ordered VA to move faster.
How does use of ‘ninja missile’ change counterterrorism?
Drone strikes have also been relatively effective at limiting collateral damage compared to other strike options—reducing deaths among both civilians on the ground as well as U.S. servicemembers who might otherwise take part in a ground raid. Needless to say, a more precise missile will only serve to keep lowering civilian casualties.
By Jacob Ware
New documentary scrutinizes Pentagon-Hollywood relationship — but is it propaganda?
Theaters of War offers a new perspective on the military's relationship with Hollywood.
By Davis Winkie