VA will not defend DOMA in benefits cases

The Veterans Affairs Department is following the Justice Department's lead in refusing to defend the Defense of Marriage Act, according to a legal memo released by VA on Wednesday, a few hours after President Obama publicly announced his support for same-sex marriage. The court notice, signed by VA General Counsel Will Gunn on behalf of VA Secretary Eric Shinseki, says VA will not fight Fifth Ame...

Air Force Times • May 10, 2012