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Floricua Where Veterans Can Find Mental Health Services and Other Benefits

Explore the services available for Veterans and their families, including assistance for mental health issues, vocational rehabilitation and employment, dependents' educational assistance, and survivor benefits.

September 13, 2023 7:36 pm Giselle Balido Giselle Balido
Military FILE - Sen. Tommy Tuberville, R-Ala., a member of the Senate Armed Services Committee, talks to reporters at the Capitol in Washington, May 16, 2023. Hopes were dashed Monday, June 12, for an imminent end to a Senate standoff that has delayed the promotions of more than 200 military officers and could delay the confirmation of President Joe Biden’s pick for chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Tuberville has been blocking the nominations to pressure the Defense Department to rescind a policy that reimburses service members who have to travel out of state for abortions and other reproductive care. (AP Photo/J. Scott Applewhite, File)
Military One Republican Senator Is Blocking 265 Military Promotions, Leaving the Marines Without a Confirmed Leader

Sen. Tommy Tuberville's decision means these military officers are not getting the pay raises they’re owed, cannot move their families to wherever they’re going to be stationed next, and cannot enroll their children in new schools.

July 11, 2023 8:58 pm Keya Vakil Keya Vakil
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community Honoring Our Heroes: 7 Meaningful Ways to Pay Tribute on Memorial Day

Memorial Day is a time to honor and remember the brave Americans who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.

May 25, 2023 8:26 am Lisa Hayes Lisa Hayes
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Military Carollyn Taylor Wants to Work for Those Who Serve in the Military. This Is Why It Matters to Boricuas.

The Democratic candidate for Florida's House District 2 is also a strong ally of veterans and, if elected, vows to continue to look out for their best interests.

February 17, 2022 7:33 pm Giselle Balido Giselle Balido
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Military Arizona Rep. Rubén Gallego: Prosecute Military and Veterans Involved in Capitol Attack

“This is a very extreme group, and this is why we have to punish them and punish them hard so that other military personnel and veterans understand this is not acceptable,” Rep. Rubén Gallego said.

January 12, 2021 10:06 pm Araceli Cruz Araceli Cruz

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Military Fort Bliss Female Soldier Who Died on New Year’s Eve Reported Being Sexually Assaulted

The same month that Asia Graham arrived at Fort Bliss in Texas she was sexually assaulted, according to a report she filed.

January 7, 2021 5:21 pm Araceli Cruz Araceli Cruz
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Military 19-Year-Old Female Soldier Found Dead on New Year’s Eve at Fort Bliss

Army officials announced the death of a 19-year-old female soldier stationed at Fort Bliss in El Paso, Texas. The death is being investigated.

January 4, 2021 6:29 pm Araceli Cruz Araceli Cruz