A last-minute amendment to the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) would eliminate TRICARE coverage for gender-affirming care for transgender children of military families. This provision, deceptively framed as preventing sterilization, targets medically necessary care like puberty blockers and hormone therapy, not surgeries which are rarely performed on minors. The amendment has drawn sharp criticism from LGBTQ+ advocacy groups and some Democrats, who argue it jeopardizes the well-being of military families and recruitment efforts. The fate of the provision hinges on a potential Democratic-Republican coalition to remove it from the bill.
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The recent incident involving Donald Trump and the family of a deceased veteran at Arlington National Cemetery has once again highlighted the despicable nature of the man currently occupying the White House. Instead of taking responsibility for his actions, Trump has once again resorted to blaming others for his own mistakes, this time targeting the grieving family who lost their loved one in service to our country.
As a retired member of the US Army who has seen combat firsthand, it sickens me to see how Trump continues to manipulate and exploit the military and their families for his own personal gain.… Continue reading
When I read about President Biden’s call to the grieving parents of the soldier killed in Jordan, I couldn’t help but be moved by his compassion and empathy. As someone who has experienced personal tragedies, he understands the pain and grief that comes with such a devastating loss. His words to the parents, “It takes a hell of a long time to get there, but I promise you you’ll get there. I know that is no consolation now,” struck a chord with me. It’s a reminder that healing is a gradual process, but eventually, we find moments of joy amidst the tears.… Continue reading
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