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Vet News: First Lady Melania Trump to Lead the United States Delegation to the 2017 Invictus Games in Toronto, Canada
The Office of First Lady is today announcing that First Lady Melania Trump will lead the United States delegation in support of the 90 American athletes slated to compete at the Invictus Games in Toronto, Canada, from September 23 to 30, 2017.Military & Veterans News
Vet News: Statement from President Donald J. Trump on Bastille Day 2017
On this great day—France’s national day and the 228th anniversary of the French Revolution—Melania and I were proud to stand with the President of France and Madame Macron and to celebrate with the French people.Military & Veterans News
Vet News: VA Honors Outstanding Achievements in Support of Homeless Veterans Programs
WASHINGTON — During several award ceremonies across the country in July, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) will honor exemplary facilities, employees and civilian providers working to address Veteran homelessness.Military & Veterans News
Vet News: Governor Wolf Signs Stolen Valor Bill into Law, Protecting Benefits for Veterans
Harrisburg, PA – Governor Tom Wolf today signed the so-called stolen valor bill into law, protecting benefits for Pennsylvania veterans.Military & Veterans News
Vet News: United Airlines announced as official 2017 DoD Warrior Games travel partner
WASHINGTON (21 June 2017) - The 2017 Department of Defense (DoD) Warrior Games is proud to announce United Airlines as the official travel partner of this year’s Games, which will take place June 30 to July 8, in Chicago.Military & Veterans News
Vet News: Statement by Secretary of Defense Jim Mattis on Afghanistan Troop Levels
Yesterday afternoon, the President directed the Department of Defense to set troop levels in Afghanistan.Military & Veterans News
Vet News: Defense Department Launches Retirement System Comparison Calculator
The Department of Defense officially launched the Blended Retirement System (BRS) comparison calculator, providing BRS opt-in eligible service members their first opportunity for an individualized comparison of retirement systems. The comprehensive tool, in combination with the mandatory BRS Opt-In Course, will assist the nearly 1.7 million opt-in eligible service members and their families make an informed decision on whether or not to elect the new retirement system. The BRS goes into effect on Jan. 1, 2018. Military & Veterans News
Vet News: VA Secretary announces decision on next-generation Electronic Health Record
Today U.S. Secretary of Veterans Affairs Dr. David J. Shulkin announced his decision on the next-generation Electronic Health Record (EHR) system for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) at a news briefing at VA headquarters in Washington.Military & Veterans News
Vet News: President Donald J. Trump Announces Intent to Nominate Richard V. Spencer to be Secretary of the Navy
President Donald J. Trump today announced his intent to nominate Richard V. Spencer to be Secretary of the Navy.Military & Veterans News
Vet News: Calling All Race Fans: Help Crown Royal Honor Your Military Heroes at the Indianapolis 500
INDIANAPOLIS, May 18, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- This weekend, thousands of fans will flock to the Racing Capital of the World to watch their favorite drivers qualify for the 101st running of the Indianapolis 500 during Crown Royal Armed Forces Weekend. And starting this year, those fans will have the opportunity to permanently cement the names of their military heroes at the track in recognition of their generous sacrifice.Military & Veterans News
Vet News: Fleet Week returns to New York City; ships announced
NORFOLK, VA (NRMA) – Five U.S. Navy ships, four U.S. Naval Academy (USNA) Yard Patrol boats (YPs), two U.S. Coast Guard cutters (USCGC), and one Royal Canadian Navy ship will participate during the 2017 Fleet Week New York (FWNY), May 24-30.Military & Veterans News
Vet News: Veterans to Showcase Fitness at National Veterans Golden Age Games
WASHINGTON — Nearly 800 Veterans of age 55 and older will join volunteers and rehabilitative professionals from across the country for the 31st National Veterans Golden Age Games, scheduled May 7-11 in Biloxi, Mississippi.Military & Veterans News
Vet News: VA Recognizes Mental Health Awareness Month With Promotion of ‘Use Your Voice’ Awareness Program to Urge Veterans to Speak Up About Mental Illness
WASHINGTON — Today the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) announced that, as part of its recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month in May, it is promoting “Use Your Voice,” a national awareness program that encourages Veterans to seek mental health treatment if they need it.Military & Veterans News
Vet News: President Donald J. Trump Proclaims April 9, 2017, as National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day
On National Former Prisoner of War Recognition Day, America honors our service men and women imprisoned during war. These patriots have moved and inspired our Nation through their unyielding sacrifices and devout allegiance. We honor the strength through adversity of all of these heroes from our Nation's wars and conflicts, from the American Revolution to the World Wars, from Korea to Vietnam, from Desert Storm to the War on Terror.Military & Veterans News
Vet News: VA national cemeteries to commemorate World War I centennial
WASHINGTON — The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) National Cemetery Administration (NCA) announced its cemeteries will host wreath-laying ceremonies the week of April 6 to commemorate the 353,082 World War I Veterans interred in VA sites across the country.Military & Veterans News
Vet News: VA Secretary Makes Strides to Improve Veterans Experience
WASHINGTON — In an effort to elevate the Veterans Experience Office (VEO), the Secretary of Veterans Affairs, Dr. David J. Shulkin, today announced the appointment of Lynda Davis, PhD, as Chief Veterans Experience Officer for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA).Military & Veterans News
Vet News: Disabled Veterans to attend annual Winter Sports Clinic hosted by VA and DAV
WASHINGTON – Nearly 400 injured Veterans and active-duty military members will join volunteers and leading medical and rehabilitative professionals from across the nation for the 31st National Disabled Veterans Winter Sports Clinic, scheduled March 26-31 in Snowmass Village (near Aspen), Colorado.Military & Veterans News
Vet News: 2017 Naval Academy Distinguished Graduates Announced
ANNAPOLIS, Md., March 21, 2017/PR Newswire - US Newswire/ -- The United States Naval Academy Alumni Association will honor five Naval Academy alumni at the 19th Annual Distinguished Graduate Award ceremony on Friday, March 31, at 4:30 p.m.in Alumni Hall at the United States Naval Academy. The ceremony will be attended by the Brigade of Midshipmen; Naval Academy Superintendent Admiral Walter E. "Ted" Carter Jr. '81, USN; and Admiral Robert J. Natter '67, USN (Ret.), chairman of the Naval Academy Alumni Association.Military & Veterans News
Vet News: IBM to Hire 2,000 U.S. Veterans into New Collar Technology Careers
WASHINGTON, March 17, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- IBM (NYSE: IBM), America's largest technology employer, today announced it will hire 2,000 U.S. veterans over the next four years. These positions are part of the company's broader pledge to hire 25,000 U.S. workers through 2020, and many are "new collar jobs" that do not always require a four-year college degree.Military & Veterans News
Vet News: VA Study Highlights Benefits of Enhanced Aspirin in Preventing Certain Cancers
WASHINGTON — Researchers know of aspirin’s benefits in preventing certain ailments — from cardiovascular disease to most recently colorectal cancer. But while the link to those two conditions was made, researchers also questioned how and if this “wonder drug” could work to ward off other types of cancers. Military & Veterans News
Vet News: Medal of Honor Recipients Announce 2017 Citizen Heroes
ARLINGTON, Va., Feb. 23, 2017 /PRNewswire/ -- The Congressional Medal of Honor Society announced today its 2017 Citizen Honors Award winners. The six heroes were chosen by the Recipients of the Medal of Honor from a field of 20 finalists in the nationwide program.Military & Veterans News
Vet News: President Donald J. Trump Names Lieutenant General H.R. McMaster as Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs
President Donald J. Trump on Monday announced the appointment of Lieutenant General Herbert Raymond “H.R.” McMaster to serve as Assistant to the President for National Security Affairs.Military & Veterans News
Vet News: Remarks by the Vice President at the Henry O. Flipper Dinner, West Point
THE VICE PRESIDENT: Thank you, General Caslen. Your wife informed me that it was not booing that I heard when you came up, but it was “Supe.” (Laughter.) Give this wonderful superintendent a round of applause, would you please? He deserves it, and the nation is proud of your service. (Applause.) Military & Veterans News
Vet News: Artists selected for nationwide women Veterans art exhibit
WASHINGTON — Ten women Veteran artists have been selected to showcase their work at Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Medical Centers around the country in March, to coincide with Women’s History Month.