Veterans Small Business Week is canceled due to the shutdown.
National Veterans Small Business Week Canceled Due to Government Shutdown On Monday, the Small Business Administration (SBA) announced that this year’s National Veterans Small Business Week (NVSBW) has been scrapped, a victim of the ongoing federal government shutdown. The 12th annual NVSBW was supposed to take place from Monday to Friday, celebrating 1.6 million veteran-owned […]
Nassau donates run-down, drug-affected former motel for $20 million initiative to support struggling veterans: officials
Nassau County to Convert Abandoned Motel into Housing for Veterans Nassau County is transferring a rundown, abandoned motel, known for its drug issues and prostitution, to a nonprofit organization. This deal, announced on Monday, involves a $20 million investment to turn the site into housing for veterans in need. County Executive Bruce Blakeman (R) officially […]
Veterans Affairs lays off 37,000 workers due to government shutdown
VA Employees Affected by Government Shutdown The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has reported that around 37,000 employees are either furloughed or working without pay due to the federal government shutdown. Despite the shutdown, the department’s medical centers, outpatient clinics, and veterans centers remain operational, thanks to prior funding from Congress. The VA emphasized this […]
CEO of Tunnels to Towers reports that the foundation has assisted more than 17,000 homeless veterans.
Tunnels to Towers Foundation Aims to Help Homeless Veterans Frank Schiller, the CEO of Tunnels to Towers (T2T), spoke about the foundation’s significant impact on homeless veterans during a recent segment on “Fox & Friends.” He shared that over 17,000 veterans have received assistance through their efforts. The organization has constructed nearly 2,000 mortgage-free homes […]
Congress and Trump need to take steps to prevent homelessness for seniors and veterans.
Throughout various cities in the United States, there’s a shared understanding: helping those in need transcends political lines. It’s ultimately a community matter. Regardless of political affiliation or location—urban or suburban—we bear a moral responsibility to prevent vulnerable individuals, particularly the elderly and veterans, from sleeping on the streets. This conviction is driving California Democrats […]
Veterans ride through Manhattan on horseback to raise awareness about suicide during the 8th annual Trail to Zero event
Trail to Zero Ride Raises Awareness for Veteran Suicide On Saturday, veterans and law enforcement came together for the 8th annual Trail to Zero ride, organized by an equine therapy nonprofit. Many believe this initiative has played a significant role in saving lives after challenging missions. A group of 15 military veterans undertook a demanding […]
Republican veterans call on Senate Democrats to resolve shutdown affecting troops
House Republicans Urge Senate Democrats to Support Funding Bill Amid Shutdown A coalition of Republican veterans in the House is calling on Senate Democrats, who also have military backgrounds, to back the Republican funding bill to prevent the government shutdown from continuing. This comes as military personnel risk missing their first paycheck due to the […]
VFW strikes agreement to provide cannabis-infused Torch Drinks to veterans
Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) are entering an interesting partnership with a Florida drinks company to sell cannabis-infused cocktails. This initiative targets their 1.4 million members across the country. The collaboration with Torch Drinks will enable major veteran groups to offer low-dose seltzers at VFW posts in states that approve such sales later this year. […]
House Democratic veterans criticize Trump’s comments about the military
A group of 25 Democratic veterans from the House sent a letter on Thursday criticizing President Trump’s recent comments to military leaders, labeling his remarks as “non-American.” Representative Pat Ryan from New York led this initiative, pointing out that the president’s statements suggested that certain U.S. cities should serve as “training fields” for the military. […]
Concerns raised about veterans’ health programs facing threats as shutdown deadline approaches
White House Warns of Risks to Veteran Programs Amid Potential Shutdown The White House has issued a warning: without the passage of a short-term funding extension proposed by House Republicans, vital health care programs for veterans could soon face expiration. A memo that was first acquired by Fox News Digital highlights that specific Veterans Affairs […]