House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs Democrats

10/30/2026

Rep. Pete Aguilar is right. "For years veterans have asked Congress to end this penalty for combat injured veterans who have sacrificed for their country." These veterans got hurt serving their nation, we must honor the contract and end the wounded warrior tax.

10/30/2026

NPR is right: since the Trump administration abruptly canceled the VASP program, veterans across America are suffering. Veteran foreclosure has hit an all time high -- and the Trump VA, aided by House Republicans, is to blame. More than 15,000 veterans have been foreclosed upon. "This is the height of insanity," said RM Congressman Mark Takano.

🔗: https://www.npr.org/2026/10/30/nx-s1-5995628/trump-va-home-loan-program-veterans-paying

10/30/2026

Veterans, did you know that your COLA increase isn't automatic? Congress has to pass a new law every single year. SSA just announced the 2027 COLA rates, but House Republicans still haven’t passed the bill to make sure veterans get their increase.

With cost-of-living skyrocketing, veterans desperately need this boost to keep up with Trump’s inflation--but Congress only has 20 more legislative days left. Call your members to help get this bill across the finish line.

10/29/2026

I can assure you, President Trump, that veterans are NOT loving inflation. Groceries, gas, and healthcare costs are emptying veterans' pockets every day. Veterans need relief, and they need it now.

10/28/2026

President Trump’s vanity projects continue to dim the light on America’s legacy. Disturbing the eternal resting place of our nation’s fallen is deplorable. Every shadow this arch casts over Arlington will be a constant reminder of how little the 47th President respected our servicemembers. To read the full story: https://wapo.st/4iL2P6w

10/27/2026

10/27/2026

As RM Congressman Mark Takano said during Rep. Pete Aguilar’s press conference--America's combat injured veterans cannot wait any longer. It is time we end the Wounded Warrior tax, and get the 59,000 combat-injured veterans the benefits they are owed.

10/27/2026

Trump says Camp Lejeune veterans may not get their settlements if Republicans lose in November. We won't stand for that. Veterans should never used as political pawns.

To read Ranking Member Congressman Mark Takano's op-ed: https://thehill.com/opinion/6173968-trump-threatens-veteran-benefits/

10/27/2026

The Republican so-called "Take Care of America's Veterans Act" would do the opposite. Veterans across America would be worse off if Congress passed this legislation.

10/26/2026

Today we honor all who answered the call to serve and deploy. To the brave servicemembers of our armed forces, thank you for your unwavering service. And to the military families who stand behind them, we stand with you too.