A group of bipartisan lawmakers is pressing the Department of Veterans Affairs and the Justice Department to address fraud in veterans’ education programs. This call follows findings from a recent investigation by The Washington Post.
During the past month, a trio of U.S. senators urged the administration to initiate an extensive investigation into unaccredited trade schools benefiting from the GI Bill. The investigation revealed that these programs have cost the federal government over $300 million in funds.
The senators are advocating for a more rigorous approach to ensure that these educational programs meet accreditation standards and provide genuine value to veterans. Their goal is to protect both the investment of the federal government and the educational prospects of veterans.