Whistleblowing Did Not Protect VA Nurse from Removal
A VA nurse was removed after he blew the whistle on violation of privacy rules. The MSPB upheld his removal despite him claiming whistleblower status.
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VA Has Administered Over 55k COVID-19 Vaccine Doses
The VA has given the COVID-19 vaccine to over 55,000 eligible individuals in two weeks.
Former VA Doctor Pleads Guilty to Sexually Abusing Veterans Under His Care
A former VA doctor has pleaded guilty to three counts of sexual abuse of veterans under his care.
Personal Information of 46k Veterans Compromised in VA Data Breach
The VA announced that personal data of about 46,000 veterans was potentially left at risk after a data breach at the agency.
“Please Sir, I Want Some More”
A VA whistleblower challenged a reprimand as retaliatory. The MSPB awarded some damages but drew the line when he asked to be compensated for loss of incentive pay.
Man Arraigned for Embezzling Over $200k from His Father’s VA Account
An Atlanta man has been arraigned in court for allegations that he embezzled over $200k worth of VA funds intended for the care of his disabled father.
Man Pretends to be Navy SEAL to Steal VA Benefits
A Pennsylvania man pleaded guilty to pretending to be a Navy SEAL in order to receive VA benefits to which he was not entitled.
VA Employee Sentenced For Orchestrating $19 Million Corruption Scheme
A former federal employee is heading to prison for designing and orchestrating a multi-million dollar fraud scheme.
Dramatic Decrease in Official Time at VA
The VA is successfully implementing recent executive orders to restrict the use of official time and free office space previously used by unions.
Whistleblower Argues Investigation Was Prohibited Retaliation
A VA retiree challenged agency actions against him, arguing it had opened its investigation in retaliation for his whistleblowing in violation of the law.
