Under DOGE, America’s VA Finds New Government ‘Waste’ Target: Chemotherapy for Vets

A new report shows that, as part of the Trump administration’s DOGE mission, the Department of Veteran Affairs tried to cancel contracts that would have supported chemotherapy and other cancer treatment for veterans. The Associated Press notes that, after being confronted over the planned cuts by lawmakers and veteran services organization, the VA announced it would temporarily halt the planned cuts. “We’re reviewing VA’s various contracts, and we will be canceling many focusing on non-mission critical things like PowerPoint slides, executive support, and coaching,” a VA spokesperson told Gizmodo. “Our contract review is ongoing and no final decisions have been made.” He added: “We will not be eliminating any benefits or services to Veterans or VA beneficiaries, and there will be no negative impact to VA health care, benefits or beneficiaries. We are always going to take care of Veterans at VA. Period.” When asked directly about DOGE’s role in the identified cuts, the VA did not res ... Read full article.