MIL News Weekly

In this episode of MIL News Weekly, we recap critical updates for the military and veteran community from November 9-15, 2025. Highlights include the passage of HR 5371, which restored funding and readiness following a 43-day government shutdown, and the physical rebranding of the Department of Defense to the Department of War. The episode covers expanded U.S. military operations in the Caribbean, defense technology advances like the railgun, and crucial legislative news for military retirees and veterans. Notably, the Veterans Compensation Cost-of-Living Adjustment Act was passed, protecting benefits against inflation. At the same time, the VA introduced new copayments for whole health services—though severely disabled veterans remain exempt. The episode closes with updates on the resumption of key VA services and the ongoing effort to reduce claims backlogs.