VA Reaches 18 Million Home Loans: Veterans Affairs Secretary James Nicholson noted last week that the VA had approved its 18 millionth home loan guarantee—the milestone loan went to Operation Iraqi Freedom veteran Robert Laurent of Kyle, Tex. Laurent is an Army veteran and Purple Heart recipient who was discharged after four years in uniform due to combat-related injuries.
Work Has Begun to Adapt Qatari 747 to Fly as Air Force One
Sept. 15, 2025
The Air Force has started modifying a Boeing 747 donated by Qatar for "executive airlift," a spokesperson said Sept. 15. President Donald Trump has said he wants to fly the jet as “Air Force One” since new presidential transports, held up by delays, won't be ready until after his term…
