On eve of US Army's 250th anniversary, veterans fear for benefits

Washington (AFP) June 13, 2025 Scott Konopasek, a decorated US veteran, has gone from defending his country to protesting the government, angered by deep budget cuts hurting former members of the military. Wearing a US Army cap, the former intelligence officer voiced frustration and outrage at the impact of the Donald Trump administration's dramatic overhaul of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). "I'm just very d

Jun 13, 2025 - 13:45
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On eve of US Army's 250th anniversary, veterans fear for benefits
Washington (AFP) June 13, 2025
Scott Konopasek, a decorated US veteran, has gone from defending his country to protesting the government, angered by deep budget cuts hurting former members of the military. Wearing a US Army cap, the former intelligence officer voiced frustration and outrage at the impact of the Donald Trump administration's dramatic overhaul of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). "I'm just very d