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Published on 2024-12-07 22:23:30 - MSN
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  • We want to have full choice where veterans can go wherever they want for care," Hegseth told Trump on speakerphone as Shulkin listened, according to Shulkin's 2019 memoir.

The article from MSN discusses concerns raised by veterans and servicemembers regarding a proposal by Fox News hosts Pete Hegseth and Jason Chaffetz to cut veterans' health benefits. Hegseth, a former Army officer, and Chaffetz, a former Congressman, suggested on "Fox & Friends" that the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) should reduce its budget by cutting what they perceive as unnecessary benefits, arguing that the VA's spending is unsustainable. This proposal has alarmed veterans' groups and current servicemembers, who argue that such cuts would negatively impact the quality of care and support for veterans, many of whom rely heavily on these benefits for their healthcare needs. Critics of the proposal highlight the potential for reduced access to essential services, increased wait times, and overall deterioration in the care provided to those who have served the country. The debate underscores a broader discussion on federal spending, veterans' rights, and the prioritization of national resources.

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