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Military Advocates Demand Congress End Shutdown Now

10/15/2025

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Veterans Urge Congress

Advocacy groups for military members urged Congress to end the federal government shutdown because paychecks and services are disrupted.
Leaders from the American Legion and the Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America urged passage of the Pay Our Troops Act on October 14.
The shutdown is in its third week, causing financial strain for service members.
Local support programs report rising demand as military families seek assistance.

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Veterans Advocate Diversity

William Kibler, a former Marine, requests to rescind his title amid concerns that Trump administration anti-DEI policies violate constitutional values.
Lene Mees de Tricht, a two-branch veteran, argues these policies threaten cohesion and morale.
Mees de Tricht emphasizes that diversity strengthens military effectiveness.
Kibler notes ongoing struggles for honorable LGBTQ discharges.
Both veterans call for a return to principles upholding the Constitution and protecting all service members.

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Veterans Urge Congress

Advocacy groups for military members urged Congress to end the federal government shutdown because paychecks and services are disrupted.
Leaders from the American Legion and the Iraq and Afghanistan Veterans of America urged passage of the Pay Our Troops Act on October 14.
The shutdown is in its third week, causing financial strain for service members.
Local support programs report rising demand as military families seek assistance.

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