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Pentagon Says It'll Review Cases of LGBTQ+ Vets Who Were Denied Honorable Discharges: Report

The news marks a notable shift by the Department of Defense that has been a focus of some veterans’ advocacy efforts for decades.

Breaking: Military to Extend Some Benefits to Gay Partners

Leon Panetta's last week as Defense secretary will see the extension of some partner benefits to gay military personnel.

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Former Defense Chief: 'Don't Ask, Don't Tell' Repeal Was Good for All

Ten years after the repeal, former Defense Secretary Leon Panetta reflects on its benefits to the armed forces.

WATCH: Defense Secretary Celebrates Pride

The Defense Department is marking LGBT Pride Month for the first time with a video message from Secretary Panetta and an event later this month.

Military Moves to Implement Partner Benefits

ID cards are expected to be available to same-sex spouses September 1, entitling them to a range of benefits.

Conservative Senator Says Pride Parades Too Political for Troop Participation

Conservative Republican senator James Inhofe is among those objecting to the decision to allow military members to wear their uniforms in San Diego's LGBT pride parade.

WATCH: Military Widow Optimistic DOMA Will Be Struck Down

Karen Morgan, denied benefits after the death of her wife, Charlie, tells Thomas Roberts she thinks the Supreme Court will do the right thing.

AFA, Aghast Gay Soldiers Could Be Buried at Arlington, Rallies Troops

The AFA is offended LGBT soldiers could be buried at Arlington cemetery.