LAND OF THE FREE BECAUSE OF THE BRAVE

One nation. One mission. One unwavering commitment to America’s Veterans.

Freedom is worth celebrating. Veterans are w worth serving. That’s our mission everyday. 🇺🇸

The flag flies because of the generations of Americans who refused to let it fall. 🇺🇸

Happy Birthday America 🇺🇸

This Fourth of July, thank a Veteran 🇺🇸

A new postcard scam targets Veterans by promising up to $185 per month and free dental coverage. The problem? No such program exists. Help spread the word to fellow Veterans and their families.

VA today announced the availability of $7 million in grants for organizations that provide transportation services to rural Veterans. https://news.va.gov/press-room/va-announces-7m-in-rural-veteran-transportation-services-grants/

VA announces $7M in rural Veteran transportation services grants - VA News

VA announces availability of $7 million in grants for organizations that provide transportation services to rural Veterans.

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He has risen! On this Easter Sunday, we celebrate the hope and renewal this day brings. I wish all our Veterans, their families, caregivers and survivors a blessed day of peace and reflection.

Millions of Veterans may now qualify for additional benefits under both the Montgomery and Post 9-11 GI Bills. We’re cutting red tape and putting Veterans first. https://news.va.gov/press-room/va-helps-veterans-maximize-their-g-i-bill-education-benefits/

Welcome Home.

During Women’s History Month, we honor the women who served our nation in uniform and who are also shaping the future of Veterans’ health care and policy. https://news.va.gov/145648/women-veterans-leading-change-at-va/

Women Veterans leading change at VA - VA News

During Women’s History Month, we honor the women who served our nation in uniform and who are also shaping the future of Veterans’ health care and policy.

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VA is urgently seeking experienced leaders who are ready to shape the future of Veteran health care as VA medical center (VAMC) executive directors. https://news.va.gov/145565/va-hiring-medical-center-executive-directors/

Lead the future of care: VA is hiring medical center executive directors - VA News

VA is urgently seeking experienced leaders who are ready to shape the future of Veteran health care as VA medical center (VAMC) executive directors.

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VA’s new Claim Assist Portal gives Veterans a faster online way to respond when more information is needed on a claim.

A change to VA education benefits. Veterans no longer need to request a review to learn whether they’re affected, and VA will automatically review the files of more than one million previously identified Veterans

Veterans, you’ve earned your benefits. VA health care is one of them. From primary care to mental health support, VA is built to serve Veterans — because your service matters. https://www.va.gov/health-care/

Hosted a breakfast with our VSO partners this morning. As we reorganize VHA to meet the needs of Veterans for the next 250 years, we’re listening to Veterans. Grateful for the collaboration, communication, and continued commitment to delivering results and putting Veterans first.

VA undoes decades-old wrong and protects Veterans’ Second Amendment rights https://news.va.gov/press-room/va-undoes-decades-old-wrong-and-protects-veterans-second-amendment-rights/

VA undoes decades-old wrong and protects Veterans’ Second Amendment rights

Effective immediately, VA will not report Veterans to the Federal Bureau of Investigation’s National Instant Criminal Background Check System as “prohibited persons” only because they need help from a fiduciary in managing their VA benefits.

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There are so many great Americans to celebrate during Black History Month, including generations of Veterans who have served in our military since the Revolutionary War!

America First means Veterans First. That's why the Trump Administration is investing nearly $5 BILLION to repair our VA health care system. Read: news.va.gov/press-room/1...

Winter storms are coming. Are you ready? From emergency kits to safe heating, these 10 winter safety tips can help protect you and your loved ones. https://news.va.gov/137131/get-ahead-of-winter-emergencies/

Get ahead of winter emergencies  - VA News

Follow these 10 winter safety tips to stay warm, safe and protected during the cold winter.

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A powerful winter storm will bring heavy snow, dangerous ice and life‑threatening cold to some of the U.S. this weekend. VA urges Veterans to prepare now. https://news.va.gov/144708/winter-storm-freeze-veterans-risk-urge-planning/

Winter storm, deep freeze put Veterans at risk: VA urges early planning - VA News

A powerful winter storm will bring heavy snow, dangerous ice and life‑threatening cold to some of the U.S. this weekend. VA urges Veterans to prepare now.

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So proud of all U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs has accomplished in just one year under President Trump’s leadership. See how we’re putting Veterans first here: https://department.va.gov/veteransfirst/

Please join me in honoring the incredible legacy of Martin Luther King, Jr. His message of freedom and equality for all shaped our nation’s history and continues to guide our future.

The reforms we’ve instituted at VA are working. We know that because more Veterans are choosing U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs for their health care: both at VA facilities and through our community care program.

If you are ready to serve Veterans, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs needs you. View our open jobs here: https://vacareers.va.gov/

Nearly a year into the second Trump Administration, backlogs are way down, claims are faster, and more improvements are on the way.

We listened to Veterans and other VA experts and did what they told us. As a result, U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is now centered around Veterans, not bureaucracy.

Opening up about what you’re going through can make it easier to find support and prevent a crisis before it happens. Whenever you need to talk, the #VeteransCrisisLine is here to listen. Dial 988 then Press 1, chat at VeteransCrisisLine.net/Chat, or text 838255.

I like to remind VA leaders that the department only exists to serve Veterans. That simple fact guides all of our efforts.