Funding freeze won't affect VA benefits

VA benefits won't be halted under White House funding freeze order

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VA benefits and support services will not be disrupted by the White House’s freeze of federal financial programs after administration officials quickly verified these operations do not run afoul of any new rules. The announcement by VA leaders capped a day of confusion and uncertainty surrounding dozens of department benefits, including education support, suicide prevention efforts, and homeless assistance grants.

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Trump signs orders revising policy on transgender troops, canceling DEI programs, and reinstating troops who refused COVID vaccines

President Donald Trump signed four executive orders Monday to revise the Pentagon’s transgender policy, eliminate diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) programs, reinstate service members who were kicked out for refusing the coronavirus vaccine, and create an “Iron Dome” for the country.

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Military efforts to scrub diversity program leads to dead websites and confusion

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The Army, Navy, Marine Corps, Air Force and Space Force -- as well as the VA -- were all working to comply with last week’s executive order to end all federal equality and diversity efforts. But the hurry to eliminate the various programs and policies across the military led to a confusing landscape where seemingly unrelated policies were canceled and it was unclear what programs were still in effect.

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Can you use your VA disability living overseas?

A veteran considering moving to another country may hesitate and wonder, “Do I lose my VA benefits if I move overseas? How will I access VA care without having VA facilities nearby?” You’re still eligible for VA benefits if you live outside the U.S., but accessing those benefits may be a bit more challenging. This article explains.

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Ozempic® lawsuit

If you’ve taken Ozempic®, Wegovy®, or Rybelsus®, and you’ve experienced gastroparesis (stomach paralysis) or gastric obstruction that resulted in hospitalization or a visit to the ER, you could be owed a settlement.