Ernst Honors the Brave Americans Who Defended Our Freedom

WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senator Joni Ernst, a combat veteran, released the following video honoring the brave men and women who have selflessly served our nation in uniform.

"As a combat veteran who served in the Global War on Terrorism, Veterans Day holds a special meaning for me and so many others," said Sen. Ernst. "Today, we honor the brave men and women who answered the call to defend our freedom-from the battlefields of Afghanistan and Iraq to generations of Americans who served before them. This Veterans Day, we must reaffirm our commitment to those who have worn our nation's uniform by ensuring they receive the benefits they have earned and access to high-quality care. I will always be a strong voice for America's veterans."

Background

During her tenure in the U.S. Senate, Senator Ernst has been honored to represent and fight for veterans. From leading efforts for veterans' contributions to small businesses as Chair of the Small Business Committee, to prioritizing ensuring veterans receive the benefits, mental health services, and quality care they were promised. Since taking office in 2014, she has advanced legislation to expand access to mental health care, hold the VA accountable, strengthen oversight of veteran care providers, and promote suicide prevention through initiatives such as Buddy Check Week and the Save Our Servicemembers (S.O.S.) Act.

Watch Senator Ernst's video honoring veterans here.

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