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Politics

Veterans Slam Trump’s DHS Pick as ‘Snowflake’ Bully

Veterans and public figures are fiercely criticizing a potential Homeland Security nominee, labeling him a "snowflake" and "schoolyard bully." Concerns focus on his past statements about justified shootings, alleged bragging about secret missions, and a persona that celebrates aggression over professionalism. The debate raises questions about his fitness for office and the future of immigration policy.

3 weeks ago
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Trump’s Troops Scheme Sparks Outrage Among Vets

Donald Trump's campaign is facing backlash for using a photo of a dignified transfer of fallen soldiers in a fundraising email. Veterans and critics are calling the tactic disgraceful and inappropriate, raising ethical concerns about political fundraising and military sacrifice.

4 weeks ago
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Trump’s ‘Illegal War’ Accusations Spark Veteran Outrage

Concerns rise over alleged illegal war acts and disregard for international law by the Trump administration. Veterans and analysts voice alarm, drawing parallels to past conflicts and questioning the erosion of accountability and checks and balances within the U.S. military.

1 month ago
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Veteran Surgeon’s Gaza Witnessing Fuels Congressional Bid

A combat surgeon who witnessed the horrors of Gaza firsthand is running for Congress, vowing to speak truth to power and redirect U.S. priorities from war to domestic needs. Dr. Adam Hamawi's journey from the battlefield to Capitol Hill is fueled by a profound moral imperative.

1 month ago
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Veterans Question U.S. Role in Potential Iran Conflict

Seven American veterans expressed deep skepticism about the U.S. role in potential conflicts with Iran during a discussion in South Miami. They questioned the objectives and long-term strategies behind military engagement, emphasizing the human and financial costs of war.

1 month ago
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Veterans Divided: Florida Debate Erupts Over Iran War

Veterans in South Miami, Florida, engaged in a tense debate over the prospect of U.S. "boots on the ground" in a potential war with Iran. The discussion at an American Legion post revealed deep divisions, with some advocating for military intervention and others questioning its necessity and potential consequences.

1 month ago
Politics

Veterans Sound Alarm: Trump Administration Escalates Undeclared War

Veterans are sounding the alarm on the Trump administration's approach to military engagements, arguing that a deliberate obfuscation of the term "war" is being used to bypass congressional oversight. This op-ed delves into the concerns of veterans, the abdication of congressional duty, and the human cost of undeclared conflicts.

1 month ago
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Jen Lee: Veteran Finds New Purpose in Sled Hockey

Three-time Paralympic sled hockey champion Jen Lee is dedicated to helping U.S. Army veterans find purpose through adaptive sports. After losing a leg, Lee rediscovered his drive through sled hockey and now aims to provide similar opportunities for fellow veterans.

1 month ago