As U.S. veterans plan protest for D-Day, here's a look at their nearly 250-year history of fighting for their benefits

As U.S. veterans plan protest for D-Day, here’s a look at their nearly 250-year history of fighting for their benefits Nation Jun 4, 2025 6:13 PM EDT

This article was originally published by The Conversation .

Veterans across the United States will gather on June 6, 2025, to protest the Trump administration’s cuts to the Department of Veterans Affairs, as well as the slashing of staff and programs throughout the government. Veteran-led protests will be held at the National Mall, 16 state capitol buildings and over 100 other venues across 43 states.

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