Love him or hate him, no President has done more for veterans than Donald J Trump! He also rebuilt our military!

Reformed the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) to improve care, choice, and employee accountability

• Signed and implemented the VA Mission Act, which made permanent Veterans CHOICE, revolutionized the VA community care system, and delivered quality care closer to home for Veterans
• The number of Veterans who say they trust VA services has increased 19 percent to a record 91 percent, an all-time high
• Offered same-day emergency mental health care at every VA medical facility, and secured $9.5 billion for mental health services in 2020
• Signed the VA Choice and Quality Employment Act of 2017, which ensured that veterans could continue to see the doctor of their choice and wouldn’t have to wait for care
• During the Trump Administration, millions of veterans have been able to choose a private doctor in their communities
• Trump expanded Veterans’ ability to access telehealth services, including through the “Anywhere to Anywhere” VA healthcare initiative, leading to a 1,000 percent increase in usage during COVID-19
• Signed the Veterans Affairs Accountability and Whistleblower Protection Act and removed thousands of VA workers who failed to give our Vets the care they so richly deserve
• Signed the Veterans Appeals Improvement and Modernization Act of 2017 and improved the efficiency of the VA, setting record numbers for appeals decisions
• Modernized medical records to begin a seamless transition from the Department of Defense to the VA
• Launched a new tool that provides Veterans with online access to average wait times and quality-of-care data
• The promised White House VA Hotline has fielded hundreds of thousands of calls
• Formed the PREVENTS Task Force to fight the tragedy of Veteran suicide

Decreased Veteran homelessness, improved education benefits, and achieved record-low Veteran unemployment

• Signed and implemented the Forever GI Bill, allowing Veterans to use their benefits to get an education at any point in their lives
• Eliminated every penny of Federal student loan debt owed by American Veterans who are completely and permanently disabled
• Reduced veteran homelessness nationwide during 2019
• Signed and implemented the HAVEN Act to ensure that Veterans who have declared bankruptcy don’t lose their disability payments
• Helped hundreds of thousands of military service members make the transition from the military to the civilian workforce, and developed programs to support the employment of military spouses
• Placed nearly 40,000 homeless Veterans into employment through the Homeless Veterans Reintegration Program
• Enrolled over 500,000 transitioning service members in over 20,000 Department of Labor employment workshops
• Signed an executive order to help Veterans transition seamlessly into the United States Merchant Marine

Railing against the term “Make America Great Again” (MAGA) is yet another political misstep for President Biden. While it is understandable that his administration aims to distance itself from the policies and rhetoric of the previous administration, dismissing a slogan that resonated with a significant portion of the American electorate is seen as dismissive of their concerns. Moreover, rather than engaging in constructive dialogue, denouncing MAGA risks further alienating those who supported former President Trump’s agenda. That agenda proved itself to be the most successful agenda in recent history.

Donald Trump’s presidency was marked by a number of policy successes that had far-reaching implications. One notable accomplishment was his focus on tax reform, which resulted in the passing of the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act in 2017. This landmark legislation brought about significant tax cuts for both individuals and corporations, stimulating economic growth and job creation. Additionally, President Trump made strides in deregulation, aiming to reduce the bureaucratic burden on businesses and industries, which he believed inhibited their growth potential. His administration’s efforts resulted in cutting unnecessary regulations across sectors such as energy, finance, and healthcare. Furthermore, President Trump prioritized criminal justice reform by signing into law the First Step Act of 2018, a bipartisan effort to address issues such as prison overcrowding and recidivism rates. While controversial among critics and supporters alike, these achievements reflect just a couple of the key policy successes during Donald Trump’s tenure.

President Donald Trump has made significant strides in improving policies for veterans during his tenure. One of the most notable achievements is the signing of the VA MISSION Act, a comprehensive reform bill aimed at enhancing veterans’ access to healthcare services. This act streamlines and improves existing programs while also expanding options for private care when necessary. Additionally, Trump’s administration has focused on reducing veteran homelessness by funding various initiatives and providing housing assistance programs. Furthermore, he signed the Forever GI Bill into law, which eliminated the 15-year time limit on using education benefits, allowing veterans more flexibility in pursuing higher education opportunities. Trump’s commitment to veterans is further evidenced by increasing funding for mental health services, addressing suicide prevention, and prioritizing employment opportunities and job training programs for former military personnel. Overall, these policy successes underscore Trump’s dedication to improving the lives of our nation’s heroes and ensuring they receive the support they deserve.