Summary
Senator Tammy Duckworth has accused President Donald Trump of trying to privatize and dismantle the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) during a recent congressional hearing. The discussion focused on a controversial VA disability compensation rule and broader concerns over how veterans' care should be managed.
Key Facts
- Senator Tammy Duckworth claims President Trump wants to privatize the VA.
- The dispute centers around a VA rule about disability compensation.
- Duckworth says the VA rule could limit veterans from getting benefits.
- The VA has paused enforcement of this rule but concerns remain.
- Duckworth argues the rule was implemented without proper consultation.
- Duckworth says the issue is not about political parties but veterans' rights.
- VA Secretary Doug Collins stated the department is stopping the rule's enforcement to gather more feedback.
