You can’t make this up…
Las Vegas, NV – During a recent campaign stop, Vice President Kamala Harris was confronted by a Navy veteran who shared his frustration with the U.S. healthcare system. The veteran described waiting two years to receive medical care for a knee issue through the Department of Veterans Affairs. Frustrated by the delays, he traveled to Mexico, where he was able to see a specialist and receive treatment within 45 minutes.
In response, Harris began by sharing her personal background, saying, “I grew up in a middle-class family.” She did not immediately address specific policies or plans to reform the healthcare system, including veterans’ care, instead focusing on her family’s experiences and values. Her remarks did not seem to directly answer the veteran’s question about how she would address systemic delays and access issues in healthcare.
The exchange highlights ongoing concerns over the accessibility and efficiency of veterans’ medical services in the U.S. The veteran’s story underscores broader frustrations within the military community regarding long wait times and bureaucratic hurdles in receiving care. As the vice president’s campaign continues, heal
