Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff
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Episode 368: Jim VandeHei - Unpaid Vets in Pentagon -Especially Vulnerable
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November 6, 2025
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0:47Now PlayingDid you know half of the Pentagon’s civilian employees are veterans—and many aren’t getting paid? Paul Rieckhoff highlights how financial hardship among security-cleared personnel creates enormous national security risks. Learn why missing paychecks have real consequences for morale, counterintelligence, and America’s vulnerability. Hear firsthand quotes about top secret operations threatened by budget failures, and find out why our enemies are celebrating as the U.S. government fails those who sacrificed most. This segment is crucial for anyone concerned with defense, veteran issues, or the unseen consequences of Washington dysfunction.
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