Veterans across the country are expressing feelings of betrayal and disillusionment following significant job cuts in federal positions, particularly under the Trump administration. Many of those affected, including some who voted for the former president, feel blindsided by the unexpected layoffs, which have severely impacted their faith in government support. These mass firings have created a wave of anxiety among veterans who previously sought stability in federal employment, highlighting a disconnection between their hopes for change and the reality of recent workforce overhauls spearheaded by both the administration and high-profile figures like Elon Musk. With thousands losing their jobs, veterans are now questioning their future and the treatment they receive from a system they once trusted.