Recently, a new executive order from President Trump prompted the Department of Veterans Affairs to remove long-standing civil rights protections from its policies. Language that once safeguarded veterans and staff from discrimination based on political affiliation, marital status, or national origin has been stripped from medical bylaws across the VA system.

These changes open the door to care being denied or jobs lost based on personal belief, identity, or political affiliation. That undermines the very foundation of what the VA stands for.

Veterans fought for a country that promised to care for them in return. That promise cannot depend on who they voted for, who they love, or whether their doctor shares their political views.

We, the undersigned, are calling on the Department of Veterans Affairs to uphold its mission: to provide care and support to all who have served this country, without political interference, discrimination, or fear of retaliation.

Add your name to demand that the VA remain a place of care, not political control.