These benefits reflect "how seriously the country takes the long-term cost of military service," Thompson told Newsweek.
The raise varies by a veteran's disability rating. Good news for veterans: VA disability pay will increase with a 2.8% cost-of-living adjustment in 2026. Following a recent VA benefits update, ...
The Department of Veterans Affairs has raised disability compensation by 2.8%, added new qualifying conditions, and reduced claims processing times in 2026. These updates coincide with congressional ...