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1 day ago · The VA already slashed 30,000 jobs earlier this year as part of an agency-wide reorganization.

1 day ago · The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs plans to eliminate as many as 35,000 health care positions this month, the Washington Post reported on Saturday, citing an internal memo, …

1 day ago · Strains on the Veterans Affairs system could grow with the elimination of as many as 35,000 mostly unfilled health care positions, including doctors and nurses.

3 days ago · Understand the VA 20-year rule, how it protects long-standing VA disability ratings from unfair reductions, and what steps to take if the VA cuts your benefits.

4 days ago · Apply for and manage the VA benefits and services you’ve earned as a Veteran, Servicemember, or family member—like health care, disability, education, and more.

4 days ago · VetStats allows veterans to rate VA facilities on service quality, facilities and amenities, mental healthcare access, and wait times.

Sep 16, 2025 · Find out if you’re eligible for VA disability benefits for a presumptive disability or other service-connected condition. Find out how to prepare and file a claim for disability …