The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) has confirmed that more than 1,000 staff members have been let go as part of President Donald Trump‘s wide-ranging purge of federal bureaucracy, prompting concern that benefits could be impacted by lower staffing levels.

Why It Matters

There are some 6.2 million veterans in the United States who receive disability benefits from the VA.

The dismissals have prompted the VA to issue a message to quell concerns that benefits for veterans may be cut.

What To Know

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