Secretary, VA leaders affirm the White Ribbon VA pledge
On April 14, 2021, VA Secretary Denis McDonough held a virtual ceremony to underscore his zero tolerance …
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VA, DoD secretaries honor Vietnam War Veterans
Secretary of Veterans Affairs Denis McDonough and Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III honored Vietnam …
VA to commemorate 50th anniversary of the Vietnam War
On March 29, our Nation will commemorate National Vietnam War Veterans Day on its 50th anniversary, an …
Secretary McDonough: VA is committed to diversity, equal opportunity; no room for harassment and discrimination
As VA secretary, I will ensure that VA operates in a culture that celebrates and draws strength from our …
Secretary McDonough on International Women’s Day
Today, March 8th, is the 110th anniversary of International Women's Day. It is the perfect time to pause, …
A Black History Month Message from VA Secretary Denis McDonough
As our country’s celebration of Black history comes to a close, a profoundly moving experience reminded me …
Secretary McDonough’s remarks to Veterans Service Organizations regarding the American Rescue Plan
This plan supports our priority of providing Veterans timely, world-class healthcare. Here’s a few things …
VA Secretary Denis McDonough visits DC VA Medical Center
VA Secretary Denis McDonough toured the DC VA Medical Center to see first-hand how healthcare professionals …
A message from VA Secretary Denis McDonough
The U.S. Senate confirmed VA Secretary nominee Denis R. McDonough on Monday, February 8, 2021. He is the …
VA Secretary Robert Wilkie discusses recent VA accomplishments
VA Secretary Robert Wilkie: In 2020, America faced a crisis in the form of COVID-19. And it became VA’s …