The Major Richard Star Act would allow certain combat-injured veterans to receive their full military retirement pay.

The Department of Veterans Affairs raised compensation rates after the 2026 cost-of-living adjustment came in at 2.8 percent. The increase affects VA disability compensation, Total Disability based on ...

These benefits reflect "how seriously the country takes the long-term cost of military service," Thompson told Newsweek.

VA disability compensation for June 2026 is scheduled to arrive on Wednesday, July 1, because benefits are paid after the ...

A bipartisan bill introduced in the U.S. Senate could increase monthly disability compensation for millions of American veterans and surviving family members. The proposal would raise existing payment ...

In 1990, Maj. Raymond Thomas learned that he was not selected to become a lieutenant colonel. Having been passed over twice, he left the Air Force at 17 years, 10 months and, for his efforts, received ...

The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) pays out monthly benefits to millions of veterans who are disabled as a result of their active military service. This monthly tax-free payment is a lifeline for ...

VA Disability Rates Calculator — built from 100+ veteran interviews — is now updated with 2026 compensation rates SEATTLE, WA, UNITED STATES, December 27, 2025 ...

Millions of American veterans are preparing to receive their monthly lifeline as the Department of Veterans Affairs confirms payment schedules for November benefits. The timing brings particular ...