Navytimes iconNavytimesAug 6, 2026

Their military careers were cut short in combat. Now they’re fighting Congress for their full benefits.

Combat-injured veterans argue they shouldn't be penalized after war injuries cut their careers short, but the cost could reach $78 billion.

Their military careers were cut short in combat. Now they’re fighting Congress for their full benefits.

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Combat-injured veterans argue they shouldn't be penalized after war injuries cut their careers short, but the cost could reach $78 billion.

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Combat-injured veterans argue they shouldn't be penalized after war injuries cut their careers short, but the cost could reach $78 billion.

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