Sen. Ruben Gallego blocks Trump's VA nominations

Sen. Ruben Gallego, D-Ariz., will block President Donald Trump's nominations for top positions at the Department of Veterans Affairs in protest against Trump's plans to gut the VA.

Conflict between Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins and CNN over Signal controversy and defamation suit

Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins accuses CNN of being 'hostile' towards veterans and reminds viewers of a defamation suit against the network. The suit involved U.S. Navy veteran Zachary Young who was awarded $5 million after CNN defamed him. The VA secretary refused to answer a question about Trump officials using the messaging app Signal.

Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins confronts CNN host Kaitlan Collins over 'Signalgate' narrative

Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins confronted CNN host Kaitlan Collins about focusing on the 'Signalgate' narrative instead of veterans during an interview. Collins emphasized his commitment to taking care of veterans and questioned CNN's alleged hostility towards veterans.

Iraq War veteran protests job loss by flying American flag upside down

An Iraq war veteran who lost her job during Trump cuts to the federal workforce began flying the American flag upside down as a sign of distress. She considered suicide but sought treatment and hung the flag as a protest. The Department of Veterans Affairs laid off about 1,400 probationary employees, including the veteran. The VA is redirecting funds to Veteran-facing services without cutting health care or benefits.

Veterans Affairs Department Efficiency

Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins praises President Donald Trump's 'generational change' and aims to make the department more efficient by cutting jobs and reevaluating contracts, despite facing criticism from Democrats and the media.

Veterans Affairs budget savings and reallocation

Veteran Affairs Sec. Doug Collins announced nearly $2 billion in savings from canceled contracts, redirecting funds to healthcare and benefits for veterans. He criticized excessive spending on consultants, coaching, and executive support. Collins emphasized prioritizing veterans' needs over wasteful spending.

Veterans Affairs Department Cuts Probationary Workers

Veterans Affairs Secretary Doug Collins discusses cutting over 1,400 probationary workers to save $83 million annually and redirect resources to health care, benefits, and services for veterans.

Confirmation of Former Rep. Doug Collins to Lead Department of Veterans Affairs

Former Rep. Doug Collins confirmed to lead Department of Veterans Affairs. Collins promises not to privatize the VA and vows to prioritize veterans' care. He aligns with Trump on veterans' healthcare choice.

Nancy Pelosi praises Gov. Tim Walz as a centrist Democrat

Nancy Pelosi praises Gov. Tim Walz as a centrist Democrat with strong credentials in veterans affairs and rural America.

Veterans Affairs policy on reporting veterans to NICS for being unable to manage finances

The House votes on a bill to divest or ban TikTok. The VA policy of reporting veterans to the National Instant Criminal Background Check System for being unable to manage finances is criticized. Gun Owners of America opposes the policy, saying it has disarmed 250,000 Americans. The White House endorses the larger omnibus bill but criticizes the provision regarding veterans and firearms.