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Texas Clinic Owner Convicted in $26M TRICARE Fraud Scheme
crime-and-courts22 days ago

Texas Clinic Owner Convicted in $26M TRICARE Fraud Scheme

A federal jury in Fort Worth has convicted Kevin D. Curry, a 64-year-old Texas mental health clinic owner, on nine counts related to a $26 million fraud scheme targeting the TRICARE military health program. Prosecutors allege Curry orchestrated the theft of approximately $17 million by billing for unnecessary or unprovided transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS) therapy. He is accused of paying over $5.5 million in illegal kickbacks to recruit service members and veterans, fabricating medical records, and using the credentials of other doctors without consent. Curry used proceeds from the scheme to purchase luxury items, including a gold-plated Tesla Cybertruck valued at over $100,000, and fund lavish parties. He faces a maximum potential sentence of 10 years in prison for each of the nine counts, with sentencing scheduled for a later date.

Vance Intervenes in Pay Dispute for Widow of Airman Killed in Iran Conflict
military-and-politics1 month ago

Vance Intervenes in Pay Dispute for Widow of Airman Killed in Iran Conflict

Vice President JD Vance pledged to ensure the widow of Air Force Major Alex Klinner receives all entitled combat benefits after she publicly questioned the denial of certain pay due to the lack of a formal war declaration. The Air Force later confirmed that all eligible benefits, including hostile fire pay and tax exclusions, were included in her husband's final paycheck, though initial communications were inaccurate.

politics1 month ago

Partisan Budget Fight Threatens Decades-Old Fix for Military Widows

Congress is failing to pass a 70-year-old law that cuts off survivor benefits for military widows who remarry before age 55. While 179 House members and 60 senators support the 'Love Lives On Act,' the measure is stalled by a broader dispute over funding. Republicans want to offset costs by limiting disability payments for sleep apnea and tinnitus, a move Democrats and veteran groups oppose. With a mid-September vote approaching, advocates warn this may be the final chance to fix the issue in this legislative session.

Pentagon Launches $10,000 Fertility Preservation Pilot for Deployed Troops
military-policy2 months ago

Pentagon Launches $10,000 Fertility Preservation Pilot for Deployed Troops

The Pentagon will reimburse active-duty service members up to $10,000 annually for egg freezing and $500 for sperm preservation under a new three-year pilot program starting September 14. The initiative, authorized by the 2025 National Defense Authorization Act, targets troops facing hazardous deployments or long separations from partners. Eligibility requires specific deployment orders or geographic separation, and participants must have an advanced medical directive for their gametes. The Defense Health Agency will evaluate the program's impact on readiness, costs, and retention.

US Airlines Decline to Enhance Military Travel Benefits, Says USDOT
transportation2 years ago

US Airlines Decline to Enhance Military Travel Benefits, Says USDOT

Major U.S. airlines, including Delta, American, and United, have declined to commit to boosting travel benefits for military personnel, despite Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg's urging. Airlines argue they already offer numerous benefits not reflected in USDOT's measurements and are wary of adding commitments that could lead to enforcement actions. This is the latest clash between the Biden administration and airlines over customer service issues.

US Airlines Decline to Enhance Military Travel Benefits, Says USDOT
transportation2 years ago

US Airlines Decline to Enhance Military Travel Benefits, Says USDOT

Major U.S. airlines have declined to commit to enhancing travel benefits for military personnel, despite urging from Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. Airlines argue they already offer numerous benefits not reflected in the USDOT's dashboard, which measures commitments like waiving fees and offering refunds for service members. This is the latest clash between the Biden administration and airlines over customer service issues.