VA authorizes veterans to stop growing beards

"Times change," said VA Secretary Denis McDonough.

Mar 28, 2023

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WASHINGTON — In a major shift after decades of strict grooming standards for veterans, the Department of Veterans Affairs announced today that men would no longer be required to grow beards immediately upon separation from the U.S. military.

“This is going to be controversial, no question,” said Secretary of Veterans Affairs Denis McDonough. “For good re…

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