Defense

Eric Shinseki Is Out at the VA, Says Obama

The Veterans Affairs secretary submitted his resignation to the president on Friday.

Management

Air Force Wants to Boost Global Strike Command's Clout

Move comes in response to a series of ethics lapses in the nuclear sector.

Nextgov

VA’s Convoluted Patient Scheduling Starts with a ‘Helpline’ Call

Data collected on one computer was printed out for re-entry into another system, often months later.

Management

VA Resets Patient Waiting List Policies

Department will return to 30-day waiting lists before outsourcing appointments to non-VA facilities.

Defense

White House Accidentally Blows Cover of CIA Station Chief in Kabul

The CIA officer was one of many senior U.S. officials identified as taking part in a military briefing for Obama.

Management

No, the VA Is Not an Obamacare Preview

The Veterans Affairs system is completely different from Obamacare.

Management

House Bill Would Tap Into Nuclear Weapons Fund to Aid Veterans

Money would go toward improving vets' financial literacy and identifying deficiencies in wounded warrior treatment.

Defense

Commentary: The Government Isn't Very Good at Deciding What to Keep Secret

So why do so many Americans insist that the state, not the press, should call the shots?

Management

The 10 Best and Worst States for Military Retirees

Wyoming is the best place for military personnel to retire, while California is the worst, according to one survey.

Management

Senate Panel Advances More Legislation Targeting VA Executives

Spending bill includes provisions banning bonuses and making it easier to fire managers.

Management

House OKs 1.8 Percent Pay Raise for Troops, Officer Pay Freeze

Defense authorization bill also includes provisions making it easier to re-employ retirees, and limiting furloughs of working capital fund employees.