VA Rapid Response

On this Good Friday, we remember the weight of the cross and the love that it carried.  It is finished.

Stopped by the @deptvetaffairs Law Enforcement Training Center with Governor @SarahHuckabee and @RepRickCrawford. Proud of the work being done here to train the men and women who protect our VA facilities!

Our aim is victory. President Trump is leading the world toward peace through strength. No longer will America be pushed around. We lead from the front and show the example of what it means to keep America and the world safe from tyranny.

For 250 years Veterans have fought and defended our nation and answered the call to protect our freedom. We honor their courage, sacrifice and devotion every day and @deptvetaffairs looks forward to continuing to serve our heroes for the next 250 years. God bless America. @WhiteHouse , @Freedom250

The debt we owe our Veterans knows no boundaries. Today’s meeting with the Tribal Nations of Oklahoma was a powerful reminder of that duty. @tomcoleok04 and I are united in one simple goal - streamlining the @deptvetaffairs so our Veterans get the care they deserve.

Up and moving this morning! Veterans, we might not have liked those early morning runs in the military, but staying active is even more important as we get older. While you’re at it, go to VA.gov and check out the benefits available for you and your family.

Welcome Home.

Faith and service go hand in hand. Great to be with my brothers and sisters in uniform yesterday for the monthly prayer breakfast at @DeptofWar. As an Air Force Chaplain, I am constantly inspired by the devotion of those who serve our nation.

Some scars never fade. But faith reminds us that even in the hardest moments, God carries what we cannot. For our Veterans, the weight of those scars can be heavy. @deptvetaffairs is here with resources to ensure that no on walks that path alone. Hope is always within reach.

I’m tired of a society that looks at Veterans as victims. We are not victims; we are warfighters and heroes. The @DepVetAffairs is refocusing our suicide prevention and mental health efforts to honor that warrior spirt. You have the discipline and heart. We’re here to provide the resources you need.

A modern @deptvetaffairs requires a modern foundation. That’s why we’re investing nearly $5B into infrastructure and facility repairs across the country. Veterans deserve world class facilities to support their world class care.

Great to meet with the soldiers and families at Caserma Ederle during my trip to the Paralympics. But even better to run into the local Girl Scouts! Nothing says home like a box of cookies. On behalf of President Trump, thank you to our service members and their families for everything you do for our country.

Closing out an incredible weekend at the 2026 Winter Paralympic Games. Team USA continues to show the world what resilience and strength looks like. @DeptVetAffairs is proud to fuel that spirit through our adaptive sports programs. Proud of all of our athletes competing, it’s been an honor to represent President Trump and cheer on these champions!

From the Opening Ceremony to cheering on Team USA in alpine skiing and curling, our athletes’ grit and determination is the perfect tribute to our 250 years of American excellence. 
Go Team USA!

Honored to be leading the delegation to represent President Trump at the 2026 Paralympic Winter Games. Looking forward to cheering on @TeamUSA as they take on the world and bring home the gold!

Join me in celebrating these incredible Veteran Paralympians. With support from @DeptVetAffairs Recreation Therapy and training stipends, they’re able to access the coaching and resources that help them compete at the highest level. Let’s go Team USA and bring home the gold!

Effective immediately, VA is halting enforcement of the interim final rule, Evaluative Rating: Impact of Medication. VA issued the rule to clarify existing policy and protect Veterans’ benefits in the wake of an ongoing court action. But many interpreted the rule as something that could result in adverse consequences. While VA does not agree with the way this rule has been characterized, the department always takes Veterans’ concerns seriously. To alleviate these concerns, VA will continue to collect public comments regarding the rule, but it will not be enforced at any time in the future. Under my leadership, VA is ensuring that everyone applying for benefits receives everything they have earned as quickly and conveniently as possible. This includes reducing the backlog of Veterans waiting for benefits by more than 60 percent. We will continue these improvements on behalf of America’s Veterans, families, caregivers and survivors.