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https://thelibertydaily.com/veterans-their-families-annihilate-comrade-harris-claim-no/
In what can only be described as a politically motivated façade, Vice
President Kamala Harris boldly declared during the ABC debate that no
American troops are actively engaged in combat zones. This claim starkly
contradicts the realities faced by thousands of U.S. service members
stationed across the Middle East and Africa, who are currently receiving
“hostile fire” or “imminent danger pay.”
As NY Post noted:
Outraged family members of US troops hurt in the line of duty slammed
Kamala Harris’ brazen claim that no Americans are serving in war zones —
a statement which flies in the face of her own administration’s official
list of active combat zones.
As many as 50,000 US service members currently patrolling countries and
oceans across the Middle East and Africa are receiving either “hostile
fire” or “imminent danger pay,” monthly payments of up to $225 for
troops deployed in areas where they could easily be subjected to — or do
come under — enemy attack, retired Army Col. and military analyst
Jonathan Sweet told The Post.
Yet during Tuesday’s ABC debate with Republican presidential nominee
Donald Trump, the vice president to make it seem as if the Harris-Biden
administration has heralded in a period of peace not seen in decades —
and that all American military members are safe.
This was an attempt by the Harris campaign to paint a rosy picture of
global affairs under their governance, conveniently overlooking the
harsh truths.
“As of today there is not one member of the United States military who
is in active duty in a combat zone, in any war zone around the world,
for the first time this century.” – Kamala Harris
Now, let’s dissect the implications of such a statement. Firstly, it’s
essential to recognize the gravity of the situation where service
members like Chief Warrant Officer Garrett Illerbrunner are critically
injured in active duty. His father, Brad Illerbrunner, expressed
profound disappointment and anger towards Harris’s misleading assertions.
“really [hit] below the belt… She doesn’t even recognize that our own
troops are getting hurt.” – Brad Illerbrunner
“We’re still in war zones.” – Brad Illerbrunner
“trying to snow the public.” – Brad Illerbrunner
These poignant words from a distressed father highlight the disconnect
between the administration’s narrative and the ground realities. How can
such blatant disregard for the truth be justified? Is it merely a ploy
to divert the public’s attention from the ongoing dangers faced by our
troops?
Michael DiMino, a fellow at the think tank Defense Priorities, also
criticized the vice president’s claims for failing to reflect the true
conditions experienced by U.S. forces deployed overseas.
“fail a basic kind of smell test” – Michael DiMino
“If you’re in Jordan in the middle of nowhere to fight ISIS, and you’re
getting attacked by Iranian drones and rockets on a daily basis, you’re
in a war zone.” – Michael DiMino
“to finagle a wording… to make a point we’re not engaged in all these
conflicts — which we are” – Michael DiMino
“Those quibbling qualifiers ignore the fact American men and women in
uniform are getting shot at on daily basis, and many just in the last
eight months have died or been injured.” – Michael DiMino
Despite these glaring facts, a Harris campaign spokeswoman and a Defense
Department official reiterated the administration’s stance, further
fueling the narrative disconnect.
“taking risks for our country that should be honored no matter where
they serve.” – Harris campaign spokeswoman
“An aspect of military service includes serving in locations where
hostile actions may occur… Those locations are designated by executive
order and/or the Secretary of Defense. However, it’s important to note
that just because a service member is in one of these locations does not
mean they are engaged in war.” – Defense Department official
The emotional toll on families is palpable. Holly Davis, whose husband
is currently deployed in Syria, shared her distress over the vice
president’s claims, which starkly contrast with her daily reality.
“It’s very hurtful that someone who is currently our vice president is
making these claims when my husband is literally sacrificing his life
every day over in the Middle East.” – Holly Davis
“I had to sit in those literal two minutes of hearing that, wondering if
he was going to come back on the phone… It’s very real. Very war zone.”
– Holly Davis
The Harris-Biden administration’s portrayal of a peaceful, conflict-free
global stage under their leadership does not hold up against the
testimonies of those directly impacted by the realities of war. This
discrepancy begs the question: What is the true cost of these
politically motivated assertions, and who really pays the price?
Moreover, can anyone believe anything that Kamala Harris says?
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