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Trump crushes services to our brave veterans.

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How shameful to treat our brave vets that fought for this country this way. Decimating services to them. However I guess when your opinion of our brave deceased vets is that they are "losers and suckers ", who can be suprised Trump would do this. Shameful. Republicans be proud!
 
How shameful to treat our brave vets that fought for this country this way. Decimating services to them. However I guess when your opinion of our brave deceased vets is that they are "losers and suckers ", who can be suprised Trump would do this. Shameful. Republicans be proud!

nowokestupid, bau.
 
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How shameful to treat our brave vets that fought for this country this way. Decimating services to them. However I guess when your opinion of our brave deceased vets is that they are "losers and suckers ", who can be suprised Trump would do this. Shameful. Republicans be proud!
Anything specific or are you just venting in general? Link maybe?
 
Okay, since OP failed us. Here's what I found:


TL;DR Summary:
On March 14, 2025, thousands of veterans and their supporters gathered in Washington, D.C., and all 50 state capitals to protest against the Trump administration's policies affecting veterans and federal services. The main demonstration took place on the National Mall, where participants voiced concerns over significant cuts to the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), resulting in job losses and reduced services for veterans. These cuts are part of a broader initiative led by Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) to reduce federal spending.

The protests also addressed broader issues, including reductions in Social Security benefits, federal job losses, and the administration's stance on pardoning individuals involved in the January 6 Capitol riot. Organizers, such as the group Fourteenth Now, are calling for Trump's removal from office, citing alleged involvement in the insurrection.

Speakers at the event included Jessica Denson, a former Trump aide who has criticized the administration, and Harry Dunn, a former Capitol Police officer who was on duty during the January 6 riot. The protests highlight ongoing dissent against the administration's fiscal policies and their impact on essential services for veterans and the broader public.


TL;DR Trumpanese Summary (How MAGA brainwashed will read it anyway):

Tremendous turnout today with thousands of veterans and patriots across the country supporting our efforts to streamline government and cut wasteful spending. Under my leadership, we've made historic progress in reducing unnecessary federal expenditures, ensuring taxpayer dollars are used wisely.

The VA has undergone reforms to improve efficiency and care. While some critics may disagree, most veterans know these changes are vital to modernizing their services.

We've also made tough decisions to prioritize the needs of veterans and active-duty personnel, focusing on fiscal responsibility. Recent pardons were made to promote unity and move the country forward, rebuilding the economy and strengthening national security.

The "protests" are from a small group out of touch with the American people. Most citizens support our efforts to reduce government size and spending, as these actions are in the best interest of the nation.

Under my administration, America is winning again, ensuring the best care for veterans and a prosperous future for all.
 
Just a reminder of how he totally has, and continues to, disrespect our brave vets. So sad. Suprised you didn't know this...
You seem upset I inquired about specificity. As a veteran, I clicked nervously expecting to read an article about a specific benefit I lost. I was out with the family today not watching the news.

Generally speaking, though, yes I am aware Trump is not particularly fond of us.
 
I’ll give you this one…probably from Hegseth…

While terrible, I don't consider that a crushed "service to our brave veterans." Again, I clicked the thread expecting to read how the Trump admin withdrew the PACT Act, or canceled contracts for the building of veteran's clinics, restructured disabled veteran pay, or something to that effect. ...a question I got blasted for, apparently.

Maybe OP couldn't have worded it this way:

How shameful to treat our brave vets who fought for this country this way—decimating services meant for them. However, I guess when your opinion of our fallen heroes is that they are "losers and suckers," who can be surprised that Trump would do this? Shameful. Republicans, be proud!

Nothing really specific here, folks—just speaking in general terms, collectively considering everything Trump has done, or hasn't done, to support our veterans. Just needed to vent.

 
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Link?? 🤣🤣🤣 you been living under a rock the past 8 years? Yeesk. It was and has been a yuuuge statement he made a while ago. Head been in the sand?
Also, what has Trump done in the past "8 years?" The last four, Biden was in office and passed the PACT Act, expanded on PACE and focused on suicide prevention. Before that (2016–2020), Trump actually signed some significant legislation for veterans, including the VA MISSION Act (my personal favorite), the Veterans Affairs Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act, the Forever GI Bill, and securing a record $73 billion in funding for the Department of Veterans Affairs.

Fast forward to this term--the "Revenge Tour," as I like to call it--he's nothing like he was during his first term. He’s not even trying to be presidential. At this point, it seems like he just wants to burn it all down. Again, all I asked was if you were referring to something specific with this thread. I understand if you just wanted to vent...we all need an outlet.
 
You seem upset I inquired about specificity. As a veteran, I clicked nervously expecting to read an article about a specific benefit I lost. I was out with the family today not watching the news.

Generally speaking, though, yes I am aware Trump is not particularly fond of us.
I don't know if it's a DOGE thing or even attributable to changes ordered since the new administration, but we had to spend more than an hour yesterday navigating the new "automated online" system for ordering my dad's insulin through the VA. The "streamlined" service that now means you no longer can talk to a human and must navigate multiple two-factor authentications was mildly challenging for me as a relatively tech-savvy Gen Xer. My 81-year-old Vietnam combat vet dad would never, in a million years, be able to navigate it himself.

If this is an example of creating better government "efficiency" it is going to be a massive problematic issue for thousands and thousands of aging vets. You used to be able to call a number, talk to a person, and they'd get your mailed insulin order taken care of. Now, as Trump says, IT'S ALL COMPUTER!
 
Removing all references to diversity, equity and inclusion should not mean removing all references and mentions to anything not white and male
I know for a fact this is how many at the University of Iowa feel they have to do to comply with the new Regents rules. They had to take down the University president's statement on the George Floyd murder, for example.
 
You may want to re-think what I posted. No way in hell do I think the same as nowoke does.
There seems to be an influx of very emotional posters since January--folks that used to not post that way. Chis seems very reserved and calm all things considered, but OP, Morris and a few others strike me as folks who do not sleep at night and live in a constant state of fight or flight.
 
I don't know if it's a DOGE thing or even attributable to changes ordered since the new administration, but we had to spend more than an hour yesterday navigating the new "automated online" system for ordering my dad's insulin through the VA. The "streamlined" service that now means you no longer can talk to a human and must navigate multiple two-factor authentications was mildly challenging for me as a relatively tech-savvy Gen Xer. My 81-year-old Vietnam combat vet dad would never, in a million years, be able to navigate it himself.

If this is an example of creating better government "efficiency" it is going to be a massive problematic issue for thousands and thousands of aging vets. You used to be able to call a number, talk to a person, and they'd get your mailed insulin order taken care of. Now, as Trump says, IT'S ALL COMPUTER!
It's funny you should say that. I use my parents and in-laws as the same litmus test, "If I'm struggling with __________, there is no way they'd be able to figure this out!" Heck, the VA system is hard enough to navigate when you do get a said human, but moving everything to automation is a terrible idea. I will start having more and more VA appointments coming up this summer. I told @Moral, I'd provide updates on changes I see.

So far, the biggest issue I've experienced is TriCare's contract transition from Humana to TriWest Military Alliance has been a complete disaster, but that was in motion before the Orange Dictator took office.
 
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I don't know if it's a DOGE thing or even attributable to changes ordered since the new administration, but we had to spend more than an hour yesterday navigating the new "automated online" system for ordering my dad's insulin through the VA. The "streamlined" service that now means you no longer can talk to a human and must navigate multiple two-factor authentications was mildly challenging for me as a relatively tech-savvy Gen Xer. My 81-year-old Vietnam combat vet dad would never, in a million years, be able to navigate it himself.

If this is an example of creating better government "efficiency" it is going to be a massive problematic issue for thousands and thousands of aging vets. You used to be able to call a number, talk to a person, and they'd get your mailed insulin order taken care of. Now, as Trump says, IT'S ALL COMPUTER!
You can still call your provider, and let them handle your prescriptions.
 
THE OLD PRICK WAS NEVER A VET, should just leave the veterans alone and fuc up the rest of the AMERICA which he is doing.
You are a vet and I for one sincerely appreciate your service. Especially since we’re from the generation when there was still a draft and you and so many of our classmates got their asses dragged to Vietnam.
My brother was USAF (and my Dad ((USArmy) of course) and now my nephew (USN) is currently serving. Too many of my family members to list.

But previous Presidents didn’t serve either - Obama and Biden.
Many on this board didn’t serve either. The VA has been problematic for YEARS. It couldn’t get any worse.
 
You are a vet and I for one sincerely appreciate your service. Especially since we’re from the generation when there was still a draft and you and so many of our classmates got their asses dragged to Vietnam.
My brother was USAF (and my Dad ((USArmy) of course) and now my nephew (USN) is currently serving. Too many of my family members to list.

But previous Presidents didn’t serve either - Obama and Biden.
Many on this board didn’t serve either. The VA has been problematic for YEARS. It couldn’t get any worse.
Oh, it can get worse. That’s why people are angry. The DOGE boys didn’t serve either, BTW
 
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