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Ronny Jackson Withdraws His Nomination To Head VA

Democrats on the Senate Veterans Affairs Committee had released a document detailing allegations against Jackson, who said the list was "baseless" and an attack on his character and integrity.

Ronny Jackson Withdraws His Nomination To Head VA

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News Brief: Ronny Jackson, Travel Ban At The Supreme Court

Ronny Jackson, President Trump's pick to lead the Veterans Affairs Department, is facing allegations of inappropriate workplace behavior. Also, Amy Howe discusses the travel ban at the Supreme Court.

News Brief: Ronny Jackson, Travel Ban At The Supreme Court

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Departure Of VA Secretary Shulkin Doesn't End Debate Of Privatization

The departure of Veterans Affairs Secretary David Shulkin does not end the debate over how far the agency should privatize. Neither the president nor his nominee have given their views on the subject.

Departure Of VA Secretary Shulkin Doesn't End Debate Of Privatization

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President Trump Removes David Shulkin As VA Secretary

In a tweet on Wednesday, the president said he intends to nominate Navy Rear Adm. Ronny Jackson, the White House physician, to lead the Department of Veterans Affairs.

President Trump Removes David Shulkin As VA Secretary

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Trump To Replace VA Secretary David Shulkin

David Shulkin was the first nonveteran to lead the Veterans Affairs Department and an Obama appointee — the lone holdover in the Trump White House. Andrew Harnik/AP hide caption

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Trump To Replace VA Secretary David Shulkin

The president intends to nominate Navy Rear Adm. Ronny Jackson, the White House physician, to lead the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Trump To Replace VA Secretary David Shulkin

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50 Years On, My Lai Massacre Remains A Gaping Wound

Lt. William Calley during his court martial in 1971. AP hide caption

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1968: How We Got Here

50 Years On, My Lai Massacre Remains A Gaping Wound

American soldiers in Vietnam killed more than 500 civilians in a period of four hours on March 16, 1968, in the village of My Lai. The atrocity continues to challenge America's image of itself.

50 Years On, My Lai Massacre Remains A Gaping Wound

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Washington State Attorney General: Housing Discrimination Against Veterans Is Evident

A sting by the Washington state attorney general has proved what was long believed through anecdotal evidence to be rampant — housing discrimination against veterans.

Washington State Attorney General: Housing Discrimination Against Veterans Is Evident

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Veterans Affairs Secretary Responds To Criticism For Travel Expenses

Veterans Affairs Secretary David Shulkin is being criticized for charging his wife's travel to the government when she accompanied him to Europe. Shulkin says he complied with all ethics guidelines, but his chief of staff, also criticized for her role in arranging the trip, has announced her retirement.

Veterans Affairs Secretary Responds To Criticism For Travel Expenses

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Military Vets Are Among Factors Changing The Politics Of Pot

The politics of medical marijuana are changing as veterans turn to the drug to treat service-related conditions. Trump administration efforts to enforce anti-pot laws have faced bipartisan pushback.

Military Vets Are Among Factors Changing The Politics Of Pot

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Veterans Group Says 'Please Stand'

After President Trump said Americans should stand for the national anthem, the organization AMVETS issued a TV spot called "Please Stand." It says it's been misunderstood and politicized.

Veterans Group Says 'Please Stand'

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The Impact of War

Trump Executive Order Aims To Expand Veteran Mental Health Care

The Trump administration is moving to enroll all new veterans in Department of Veterans Affairs mental health services. This greatly expands the numbers of veterans enrolled with the VA.

Trump Executive Order Aims To Expand Veteran Mental Health Care

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The Impact of War

The Number Of Homeless Veterans Rises

HUD has released its latest homeless count and the number of homeless veterans is slightly up from last year. This is despite a years-long effort to bring that number to zero.

The Number Of Homeless Veterans Rises

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In Puerto Rico, The Crisis After Hurricane Maria Is Taxing Residents' Mental Health

Most of the island of Puerto Rico is still in the dark since hurricane Maria struck the island in September. Beyond the physical damage and the slow recovery, Puerto Ricans are accessing the psychological toll from a devastating storm.

In Puerto Rico, The Crisis After Hurricane Maria Is Taxing Residents' Mental Health

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