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Coronavirus Latest: Unemployment Numbers, Federal Guidelines For Local Governments

NPR economics, science and national correspondents present the latest updates in the U.S. response to the coronavirus epidemic.

Coronavirus Latest: Unemployment Numbers, Federal Guidelines For Local Governments

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New York Still Faces Looming Shortage Of Medical Equipment For Critical Care

New York state has signaled critical need for medical equipment, requesting an additional 30,000 ventilators. The state is still bracing for a peak in coronavirus cases within 21 days.

New York Still Faces Looming Shortage Of Medical Equipment For Critical Care

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New York Is One Of The States Bearing The Brunt Of COVID-19 Pandemic

Facing a rapid increase in the number of confirmed coronavirus cases, Gov. Andrew Cuomo says New York state is ready for the Army Corps of Engineers to start building temporary hospitals.

New York Is One Of The States Bearing The Brunt Of COVID-19 Pandemic

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New York State Goes 'On Pause,' Orders New Closings For Nonessential Businesses

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo has issued a strict executive order to stave off further spread of COVID-19. After ramping up testing, the state has over 8,000 coronavirus cases.

New York State Goes 'On Pause,' Orders New Closings For Nonessential Businesses

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VA Secretary Wilkie: 'We Are The Surge Force'

Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert Wilkie told NPR the department was prepared to help back up the nation's health care system, if needed. Andrew Harnik/AP hide caption

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VA Secretary Wilkie: 'We Are The Surge Force'

In an interview with NPR, Secretary for Veterans Affairs Robert Wilkie said the department was ready to deploy if called on to help with the coronavirus pandemic response.

VA Secretary Wilkie: 'We Are The Surge Force'

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National Security

Veterans Of Afghanistan Conflict React To Negotiations Between U.S. And Taliban

Afghanistan war veterans react to the U.S.-Taliban accord signed over the weekend — one that would start an American troop withdrawal.

Veterans Of Afghanistan Conflict React To Negotiations Between U.S. And Taliban

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Recent U.S. Veterans Are Coming To Consensus On Iran And Iraq — Across Party Lines

Veterans groups across the political spectrum have found a growing consensus in favor of winding down American military involvement in the Middle East.

Recent U.S. Veterans Are Coming To Consensus On Iran And Iraq — Across Party Lines

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News Brief: Impeachment Markup, U.K. Election, Jersey City Shootings

The House Judiciary Committee started the process of marking up articles of impeachment against President Trump. Also, British voters go to the polls and the latest on the Jersey City shootings.

News Brief: Impeachment Markup, U.K. Election, Jersey City Shootings

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Authorities Say They Haven't Identified A Motive In Jersey City Shooting

An investigation continues into Tuesday's shooting in Jersey City. Six people, including a police officer and the two suspects, were killed. Authorities say they don't yet know the motive.

Authorities Say They Haven't Identified A Motive In Jersey City Shooting

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Veterans React To 3 Controversial Pardons Issued By President Trump

Veterans are still reacting to President Trump's controversial pardons of three alleged or convicted American war criminals.

Veterans React To 3 Controversial Pardons Issued By President Trump

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A Move To Create More Mentors Among Female Veterans

Dozens of women who work in special operations recently met in Southern California to find ways to encourage female troops to stay in the military or help them transition to rewarding civilian jobs.

A Move To Create More Mentors Among Female Veterans

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VA Inspector General Says Department Is Putting Whistleblowers At Risk

The office that is supposed to protect whistleblowers inside the Department of Veterans Affairs has instead put them at risk according to the VA inspector general's investigation.

VA Inspector General Says Department Is Putting Whistleblowers At Risk

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Books

Ex-VA Chief's Book Describes Chaos And Confusion Inside The White House

Dr. David Shulkin has written a memoir about his time as secretary of Veterans Affairs in the Trump administration. He says he was pushed out by people who favor privatizing the VA.

Ex-VA Chief's Book Describes Chaos And Confusion Inside The White House

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Trump Signs Executive Order Forgiving All Federal Student Loan Debt For Disabled Vets

President Trump has signed a presidential memorandum that is designed to increase the number of "permanently disabled veterans" who erase their federal student loan debt.

Trump Signs Executive Order Forgiving All Federal Student Loan Debt For Disabled Vets

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Marine Who Warned Of Insider Threat Should Remain In The Corps, Military Board Says

Jason Brezler, seated center, holds a meeting with local governors in Afghanistan in 2010. Brezler faced discharge after emailing classified documents over an insecure network. He challenged the Marine Corps' decision. Monique Jaques/Getty Images hide caption

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Marine Who Warned Of Insider Threat Should Remain In The Corps, Military Board Says

Maj. Jason Brezler faced discharge after emailing classified documents over an insecure network. He challenged the Marine Corps' decision, and a board of inquiry recently ruled in his favor.