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Hegseth and Collins' push for cutting veterans health benefits alarms servicemembers and veterans groups

The article 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 that the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) should reduce its budget by focusing on what they consider "core" services, potentially affecting benefits like dental care, mental health services, and other non-emergency treatments. This proposal has alarmed veterans' groups and advocates who argue that these benefits are crucial for the well-being of veterans, many of whom rely on the VA for comprehensive healthcare due to service-related injuries or conditions. Critics of the proposal highlight that such cuts could lead to increased homelessness, mental health crises, and overall poorer health outcomes among veterans. The debate underscores a broader discussion on federal spending, with veterans' advocates pushing back against any reductions in benefits, emphasizing the moral and legal obligations to support those who have served.

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