Is Project 2025 Coming for Your VA Benefits?

[@davidowens1424]

Disability benefits are the last thing I'm concerned about (as a disabled vet). Making cuts to Disabled Veterans is political suicide for elected officials. With that said, it's important to remind them that we are watching and paying attention to what they are doing.

[@AMZ19252]

Theoretically cuts could be made elsewhere within the VA that could benefit the vets. Cuts costs, streamline the process, outsource if it means lower costs. Which anyone who has had a C&P exam with one of the many contractors, knows the benefits

[@MapleTreeatdawn]

It’s not political suicide. All you needed to do was read Project 2025 and understand Republicans relationship with the Heritage Foundation. Republicans won all three branches of government. We voted for this. Personally I would be disappointed if campaign promises were not adhered to.

[@Statickification]

@@MapleTreeatdawn "We" didn't vote for this. I, and many of us, didn't vote for this. Low-informed and MAGA-mites voted for this.

[@valentinesday7406]

It is only political suicide IF it is an unpopular decision. The overall climate has changed and the general public isn't exactly happy when they keep hearing stories about some veteran who worked in supply and never deployed getting 100% VA compensation for life. Once the narrative is changed, it will be a popular decision to cut benefits.

[@Vicrattleskull2028]

​​@@AMZ19252As a 20-year combat vet with many injuries, I prefer treatment at the VA for most things. The comfort of being seen with my peers gives me a sense of comfort and pride I never get in the private sector. If you aren't a combat vet, you wouldn't understand.

[@Deep_Sorcery]

Someone should tell the Heritage Foundation that they could balance the budget by raising taxes on the rich rather than taking benefits away from those of us who defended this country.

[@daveb2280]

The top 1% in this country pay over 40% of all federal taxes. While 40% of Americans pay no federal taxes. You really should get your news from some other places than CNN.

[@itsAmeOFP]

That’s called socialism

[@danieljustdaniel9550]

That's funny.

[@Vicrattleskull2028]

What do you call it when the mega corporations get bailed out by the taxpayers? Taxes on the rich were 90% in the 50s... under Ike. ​@@itsAmeOFP

[@iristeensmith1863]

They think the shouldnt be touched

[@MontanezMonti]

Can we agree that we wouldn't be talking about losing VA benefit if trum had lost?

[@valentinesday7406]

No, we can't because that would make all the of Veterans that voted for him look stupid. Just like all the Federal employees that voted for him look stupid. Funny thing is the Federal government is the largest employer of Veterans. But of well we gotta "own the libs" somehow.

[@Sterling-009]

Thank you for your good, sensible, level-headed advice. It’s a great relief and very much needed amidst all the worrisome noise that’s going on about this topic lately. I think it also helps to remember that veterans and the VA have always received broad bipartisan support, and congressional support of both veterans and current military service members tends to go hand in hand, since national defense has always been, and will continue to be, so vital to all Americans.

[@VADisabilityGroup]

Thanks for your comment. I hope this video alleviates some concerns.

[@joeguiffre2480]

The VA has not received bipartisan support. Republicans actively vote against the interests of veterans. You should check out their voting record when you get a chance instead of just listening to their BS propaganda machines.

[@mustang635]

I didn’t agree with everything Harris said, but damn it, I had enough sense to not vote against my own interests. I thought most veterans who relied on their disability to live like I do would do the same. It’s not like it wasn’t mentioned and people who voted Trump were blindsided. They knew. Wasn’t worth it in my opinion. Especially since he’s already backtracking his promises.Fool me once….

[@TheMikeBaldwin]

Exactly!

[@matthewdoubek6499]

Can you please try to explain why he's filling his cabinet with people who wrote project 2025? I'm not sure it's just a recommendation at that point

[@scottandrews947]

Agreed, but they still need Congress to enact many of their desired changes. With the pick of Thune as Senate Majority Leader, they're already pushing back against Trump. That's a good sign. Congress still wants to maintain its power. So they will likely push back against Trump if they think something could cost them their positions

[@allenpardon8211]

Because they or most were in his last administration and we were warned but we didn’t have much of a choice for president this time.

[@daveb2280]

He's also staffing many veterans in high level cabinet positions. Not to mention his VP is a combat veteran. With any proposed changes to the VA he is going to rely on these folks for guidance.

[@SnoopyStacks]

I'm still scratching my head on why trump said during his campaign that he didn't know anything about project 2025!!!!??? perplexing indeed

They can't believe the future POTUS that called them Suckers and Losers, likes people who weren't captured or killed for the country they love, claims to love the country but hides behind bone spurs (lol) will protect their benefits! Wake the f up SHINGLES DOESN'T CARE!

[@TJ4AUSA]

Spot on analysis. Most if not all substantive VBA (benefit) modifications require congressional action. With all 435 congressional and 32 senatorial seats up for election/reelection in less than two years, I would not expect sweeping changes to benefits. However, I would expect changes to delivery of health care via VHA. And all for the better like expanding the community care program and partnering with local medical groups and hospitals. It’s all going to be just fine. Please stop worrying until there is something concrete to worry about. Merry Christmas…

[@danielcrespo9445]

There are 5 billionaires in the cabinet with clear conflicts of interest friend. You will see how much this law you mention matters to them. People are concerned because it’s on the table. Personally, I hope I’m wrong

[@KakistocracySurvivor]

Veterans are rightly concerned and they should be. Relying on law to curtail P2025 is hopeful at best for a lawless incoming administration. I do agree it’s a wait and see but there is cause for concern.

I still find it amusing that a draft dodging lying rapist/thief is trusted to save Losers and Suckers va benefits!

[@allamericanveteranaav5234]

your a hater, you lost, get over it and get back on your meds dude !!!

[@VADisabilityGroup]

Thanks for the comment. Lots of conversation to be had on this topic.

[@williamsmith8790]

Give us a few examples of their “lawlessness.”

[@Mosstone]

The inspector generals were dismissed including the one overseeing the VA. There really isn't a reason to do this except to eliminate oversight

[@ronaldbobeck9636]

Back 8 yrs ago, I went and signed up for a Medicare HMO . Up until these past 2 yrs I started use it for most of my care. Why ? after 53 yrs I am sick to death of being lied too , cancelled appointments, etc. Now I am a Vietnam veteran. Service Connected . So, I decided to at least have medical care if they dump me. The cut in pay would be hard no doubt. At 72 ,finding a job will not be easy

[@ItDontComeEasyRVA]

I signed up for the Heritage Foundation email list and their video updates. They are sending emails out each time one of their groomed leaders make it onto Trump’s list for his cabinet.

[@megdahlin1118]

So glad that I found your video. Thank you.

[@VADisabilityGroup]

We're glad you found us, too!

[@terrencesala5255]

We used to say in the Air Force, there's been a change to the change.

[@tonynunez6539]

I haven't seen Jeff Bezos, Elon Musk, Bill Gates, or Warren Buffett work a day in the last 5 years. Taxing these billionaires who never served in the military is a good place to start.

[@TonyRome402]

Thank you for making it easy to understand.

[@VADisabilityGroup]

We appreciate your kind words.

[@itsAmeOFP]

When Republicans talk about cutting government spending, THIS IS WHAT THEY’RE TALKING ABOUT. They don’t mean cut Lockheed’s contracts, they mean take money away from people who need it the most so rich people can pay less in taxes.

[@dangerously72]

lmao....and you think Demokkkrats don't? lmao...your TDS is flaring up again. The fact you voted for Kamala says it all. lol

[@ShikataGaNai100]

An excellent exposition of an important topic for Veterans.

[@maxxinethewoopitcher]

Why are you all so naive? Why don’t you believe that the leopard WILL eat your face? Watch this space and maybe prepare a bit🤷🏿‍♀️

[@maxxinethewoopitcher]

America loves war but not its veterans…they tolerate us. For now.

[@airbrushken5339]

Something our politicians should keep in mind is that the benefits you wish to take away are from men you had trained to hit a enemy at an effective range is around 500 meters. Give that some thought. 5 football fields away a combat veteran who suffers from PTSD. has easy access to lets say a 30-06. One can hunt any big game animal in North America with a 30-06. Remember how far that is ... just saying, not some kid on a roof top at 150 meters... No I'm referring to a train US Army professional ... just saying ... anger can make people who seem normal respond badly when cornered.

[@isea4917]

That was a excellent video

[@VADisabilityGroup]

Thank you. We appreciate your feedback.

[@burnt-reynolds]

But the rumors hit differently when they threaten your entire livelihood, and how you live is affected, and homelessness has now been made illegal in America by the Supreme Court. So in my mind, the pipeline from losing my benefits to becoming homeless and being put into one of Trump's coming labor camps is a pretty real nightmare.

[@removescape9678]

Trump's labor camps? Now I've heard it all....😂😂😂😂

[@mikerivers7559]

"labor camps" ??? It's sad to see that being a veteran doesn't make one immune to neo Marxist bull$h!+. And obviously historically illiterate watching fake news. Are you really that deranged? I think it's time for a med change.

[@G_Machine_Joe]

​@@removescape9678 Right? 😅 Ridiculous...but not surprising comment.

[@williamsmith8790]

Are you high??? Don’t wash your Oxy down with Wild Turkey.

[@avice10535]

I am concerned about my benefits and Project 2025 will be reality because the incoming administration is committed to making it reality.

[@williamsmith8790]

Agenda 47 is Trumps plan. 2025 was a paper released by a think tank.

[@joelmize4051]

Perhaps if normal government procedures are in force what you said is true, however what will happen now is not normal. Rules and laws change, recomendations can become law

[@MontanezMonti]

Veterans are calling concerned about losing benefits, but they voted for that. YES YOU VOTED FOR THAT.

[@BearInThePhillipines]

Kleenex for you your gal lost BIG

[@williamsmith8790]

Well we didn’t want four more years of a mentally handicapped person in the White House that was hell bent on getting us into WW3.

[@iristeensmith1863]

They have at least said the VA cuts could be upwards of 100s of millions

[@anthonystone6031]

Quote “President Trump” stated he “I have or had nothing to do with Project 2025 or its writing”….

[@myketripp3838]

Yes, you are right. He did say that ... but it means nothing.

[@triplejunction7073]

If Trump says something, it’s a good reason to believe the opposite is true

[@d3f1n3d2]

1000% campaign smoke screen. Heritage foundation said so themselves because DJT had to distance himself from the brand that is P2025.

[@pamparker4047]

That’s what they voted for

[@stanleymccall1]

Why did he deny knowing their identities?🤨

[@mr.b3621]

So how do you know they will not cut tape?

[@brianhawkins9985]

The reason we are so nervous is because Trump and his administration don't seem to be bound by law or rules.

[@glenndavis2096]

Well, that's a bunch of bullshit !!!

[@Stormvet9091]

Example?

[@ShikataGaNai100]

@@glenndavis2096 No, Trump has cornered the market on BS.

[@ShikataGaNai100]

@@Stormvet9091 I haven't the time, nor the inclination to correct your asinine comment.

[@williamsmith8790]

Like what?

[@kristheobserver]

Project 2025 is recommendations. Not policy. Policy takes time to make and that benefits us. The reality is we need to stay informed and advocate for ourselves. We also need to let politicians we will vote against anyone who hints they will support cutting veteran benefits. Make this a way to end a politician's career. And we do not need to go after each other.

[@CAM-wk3dj]

That would be a TERRIBLE MISTAKE on THEIR part and matter of fact, Veteran’s WILL BE GETTING INCREASE❤️😇

[@ronaldbobeck9636]

Ah the official rate of inflation was a solid 7 percent. We got a 2.5.raise that is a loss.

[@VADisabilityGroup]

Let's hope so!

[@emmalemonade4550]

The thing that worries me is Elon Musk's involvement in anything at all. He has no respect for anything except money. He and Trump are in lockstep, Trump is already making threats in an effort to help Musk.

[@JayzBeerz]

FDJT!

[@BPAIZZY]

That didn't seem to win you the election. Keep acting like a sore loser!

[@pamparker4047]

Yes , but the majority of veterans voted for him

[@matteng2332]

@@pamparker4047😂😂😂

[@Marine2111usmc]

Bawhahaha get fawked lol.

[@Marine2111usmc]

FKH and FTW.

[@theburnhams2925]

YOU "wait and see." I've already seen enough.....I'm no cuckold!

[@theburnhams2925]

I decided to listen to this video a second time in an attempt to ascertain if this guy was actually as "PollyAnna'ish" as he appeared in the first observation. He definitely IS. Discounting The Heritage Foundation's "recommendations" as being inconsequential is not only naiive, but potentially devestating in the current context!

[@matthewdoubek6499]

You did a great job explaining by the way. I agree I'm probably thinking too much into it just looks bad

[@kayo.cart3]

No you're not thinking too much into it.

[@JonDicksonPhotography]

How does this possibly affect concurrent disability with retirement?

[@letoniamcdonald2351]

I hear you but that’s not the same

[@BrianDavis-y4f]

I have 70% PTSD with 100% individual unemployability based on the 70% PTSD, can I lose my Individual unemployability

[@michaeldickerson873]

No Fear…You Served, You Deserve! You have the rated medical onditions that arent going away. Veterans are a strong voting block and they will make any sick ruthless budgeteers having a sickle with something stronger…. VOTES TO REMOVE POWER!

[@terrancekayton007]

I agree, between Veterans and the Family that love them it’s political suicide.

[@sunsfever83]

A pos that said he would be a dictator on day 1, and you think he gives a damn about the law?

[@arguescreamholler]

This is how you detect a Trump supporter.

[@RossieLittle]

Don’t cry now people you voted for Trump

[@allamericanveteranaav5234]

the only cryers are the demlibleft losers, GET OVER IT YOU LOST AGAIN. No criticism of the current biden administration or the last 4 years. YOU owe me gas money

[@cyb3rnoob532]

I didn't

[@FrankSanchez-ej3sj]

I didn’t vote for him either!

[@ChristopherPuff]

I didn’t vote for a orange b

[@ShikataGaNai100]

Negative...you have no idea how I voted, but I'll clue you in...I don't vote for convicted felons.

[@mannyf1288]

Does the same apply to DOGE?

[@AuntJoey]

Yes, MTG has been appointed as the Congressional oversight for DOGE. Her track record of accomplishing anything is a joke.

[@tonynunez6539]

Executive orders happen overnight.

[@cnwil4594]

Those Vets who voted for Trump created their own anxieties. Why would any one create their own anxieties🤔?

[@wpkambiancesounds]

I proudly voted Trump 100%.

[@Hingle_McCringleberry_Yo]

Sorry you low information voters who voted for the Tramp Cameltoe, aka "Willie Brown's mattress" got creamed... LOL

[@ChillWill-q5x]

As opposed to voting for Democrats? LOL.. America is done with your kind, go lay down.

[@Blkshark]

Bc the r bigots masking themselves as Patriots....

[@gokaren420]

Those vets anxieties are much worse with Biden asleep at the wheel. ....I mean Obama. The other presidential opponent couldn't even run a campaign....how can she run a country? American Patriots and US veterans don't want a 4 term of Obama and don't want rainbow flags flying at the white house

[@hecatesdaughter2207]

Since Trump thinks of veterans as “suckers and losers,” I wouldn’t be surprised if the people he is putting into his cabinet, I wouldn’t be shocked if they just did it. All his cabinet choices are all about Project. 2025. I wish you and my two sons luck in the next four years.⚠️

[@davidjohnson307]

Targeting medications that may be causing health problems and not Military service related?Who has been prescribing the medication in question?

[@kenprice1820]

What about the CBO saying ending tdiu compensation at 67 at retirement age for Social Security. Can you comment on this.

[@ShikataGaNai100]

There is TDIU and there is TDIU Permanent and Total. Anyway, that would be age discrimination, which is illegal.

[@OneAndDone5150]

Y’all some gullible folks.

[@webslasher6407]

Preach!

[@VictorChan-fe7ch]

CEASAR takes control by force....

[@johnsimms818]

Thank you , thank you , thank you and we veterans need to remember that anything that changes in the year 2025 has nothing to do with project 2025 as you have stated these changes were put in place a couple of years ago . 😊

[@jeblack3407]

Cut benefits they have to get by the Congress and the Senate first.

[@bryanlloyd9916]

I know how to cut cost

[@dancardoza6794]

your first mistake was believing trump follows any rules... 😮

[@banzy5387]

But, But Hey you guys Trump said he knows nothing about Project 2025.

[@SuperHAMILTON91]

Don't try it Maga. America is watching you.

[@gtoexpress8111]

Lol rules to follow i guess the incoming president follows the law lol rules means nothing now lol guy get real lol

[@Striped-bass]

Lips will wave,Ears will wobble 😱🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@daveb2280]

I'm a veteran and 100% SC P&T. The VA is incredibly bloated and abused by many veterans. I did 26 years with four combat deployments. I watch YT videos where a two year army veteran with no deployments is coaching new recruits on how to get max VA benefits. That has to stop as well as the for-profit centers that get paid for getting veterans disability compensation. The VA is also overly staffed (except for healthcare) many of which work from home. While I don't see the new administration making drastic changes to the VA I do see some long overdue budget cuts. Lots of low hanging fruit to prune.

[@puravida5683]

Really! I'm a veteran 100% P & T with SMC S. Service in the military, is service! Whether you are a grunt, or piloting drones from Nevada. When you rent a car, and damage it, you are expected to compensate the rental company. Veteran disability compensation is a earned benefit, not a handout! Besides, the VA does all it can to delay, deny, and hope veterans die before their claims are adjudicated.

[@waldosilas919]

You speaking Pura

[@liamwhite9956]

I’m also a veteran. Only 4 years Marine infantry and deployed twice. I agree the system is abused but you need to remember what got the VA to the point where it is. There were Vietnam vets fighting for compensation that they deserved and getting denied up until the end of their lives. Yes making disability more difficult to get would get rid of a lot of the abuse but people desperately in need will also get denied as collateral damage. If the worse thing happening is people who signed the dotted line to defend their country get money every month then fuck it. Those people aren’t even a dent in the wasted money for the governments budget.

[@Ace-lw5io]

Don’t complain about other Vets, that’s how they divide us. Don’t fall for their tactics! Because if we fight among ourselves then they will surely win and take away benefits that will affect all of us.

[@besitosdecoco00698]

​@@liamwhite9956💯💯💯💯💯

[@darrylwilkerson5839]

8 minutes to get to anything

[@darfel1]

Non issue!

[@rjs8295]

Thank you for your explanation on project 2025.

[@VADisabilityGroup]

My pleasure!

[@iampitts4984]

This comment section is giving me a heavy “White dudes for Harris vibe.” A lot of logical fallacies in this comment sections😂.

[@arguescreamholler]

How would you know if all are white?

[@ajm6703]

Well,mmmmm, 😂

[@cubansli3099]

Who told you this? Who made the statement. Is Congress doing its job?

[@ShikataGaNai100]

Could you post your comment in a sentence, instead of a vague sentence fragment?

[@randywiley66]

😊

[@removescape9678]

LOL people get scared of everything.....

[@bladernnr7]

Democrat fear mongering about Fascist Hitler.

[@SPL0869]

I hope you’re right

[@ItDontComeEasyRVA]

He is a fascist.

[@nicholastumlin4334]

Trump supporters are true morons I said what I said come do something about it

[@ShikataGaNai100]

Could you post your comment again in a literate sentence in English?

[@CrazyWhiteBoomer]

Baloney!

[@ShikataGaNai100]

Yes, Trump is indeed all that.

[@alexrosas-s8x]

There’s a lot of undeserving veterans out there, getting compensation they don’t deserve. Not all veterans are equal. And not all compensation should be equal. A pog who deployed and heard mortar fire outside of his airbase and claims ptsd from it, compared to combat MOS who deployed to a actual danger area killed, saw a lot of death and horros and claims ptsd is clearly different, should be investigated and compensated properly.

[@ShikataGaNai100]

Sure, Jan...we believe you. Provide specifics or all you have posted is BS.

[@JayzBeerz]

And veterans voted for the 🍊 🤡

[@ShikataGaNai100]

This one didn't.

[@danieljustdaniel9550]

Yes they did millions on them.

[@tstormchik]

This one didn't either. But way too many did