Recent layoffs and proposed cuts at the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) have sparked widespread concern among lawmakers, veterans, and labor unions. Demonstrations have been held across the country, with protestors demanding that the VA oppose attempts by former President Trump to reduce the federal workforce, which many argue would be devastating for veteran benefits and services. Staff at the North Las Vegas VA hospital have voiced fears regarding the potential impact on care for veterans due to job cuts. Key Democratic lawmakers, including Senator Hirono and Blumenthal, have publicly criticized Trump’s policies, describing them as harmful to the VA and its ability to serve veterans effectively. Reports of a federal hiring freeze and executive orders that incite fear among VA workers have exacerbated an already challenging situation, with staffing shortages leading to concerns about the delivery of essential services. As veterans face uncertainty regarding their benefits, the debate over workforce cuts continues, drawing attention to the need for a stable and supportive environment for both veterans and the professionals who serve them.