Veterans’ Protests Planned for D-Day Latest in Nearly 250 Years of Fighting for Their Benefits

Veterans’ protests planned for D-Day latest in nearly 250 years of fighting for their benefits

by Jamie Rowen, UMass Amherst, [This article first appeared in The Conversation, republished with permission] Veterans across the United States will gather on June 6, 2025, to protest the Trump administration’s cuts to the Department of Veterans Affairs, as well as the slashing of staff and programs throughout the government. Veteran-led protests will be held at the National Mall, 16 state capitol buildings and over 100 other venues across 43 st…

Community Responds to Veterans’ Healthcare Cuts  - Community Alliance

Trump and the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) have proposed cuts to the VA’s workforce and budget that affect various aspects of service for veterans. These changes include job losses, potential reductions in healthcare access and delays in construction projects, among other concerns. The VA plans to reduce its workforce by 83,000 employees, which could lead to longer wait times for appointments and reduced access to care. The cuts could imp…

Veterans’ Protests Planned For D-Day Latest In Nearly 250 Years Of Fighting For Their Benefits

By Jamie Rowen, UMass Amherst Veterans across the United States will gather on June 6, 2025, to protest the Trump administration’s cuts to the Department of Veterans Affairs, as well as the slashing of staff and programs throughout the government. Veteran-led protests will be held at the National Mall, 16 state capitol buildings and over 100 other venues across 43 states. Veterans are disproportionately affected by federal cuts, in part because…