Stuck in Congress: The Bill That Could Change Veterans’ Lives

This week on The Richard Leonard Show, I’m digging into the Major Richard Starr Act—a bill damn near everybody says they support, yet somehow it never gets across the finish line. We’re talking about ending the so-called “wounded warrior tax” on combat-injured veterans, and I’ve got some questions about why it keeps getting stalled out in Congress. Is it the cost? Political games? Competing priorities? Or is this just another case of the government making promises it has no intention of keeping? I break down what’s really going on, call it like I see it, and leave you with one simple question—are we actually taking care of our veterans, or just pretending to? Brought to you by Cortez Wealth Management! Proudly supporting America First values 🇺🇸! Looking for retirement and asset growth strategies from someone who shares your values? Check out Cortez Wealth Management, led by a proud Christian husband, father, and patriot. 👉 http://cortezwm.com/ Pet Club 247 is your trusted source for affordable, high-quality pet products delivered to your door. Shop now at https://richardleonard.petclub247.com/ and get Wholesale pricing, Auto-ship convenience, Premium pet nutrition, and wellness. Support your pets and wallet by partnering with us. Join the Club! PATRIOT-APPROVED HEMP PRODUCTS. Tired of woke wellness brands? So are we. At AmericanHempHub.com, you’ll find CBD & hemp products made in the USA with no globalist garbage. Pure. Lab-Tested. Freedom-First. Relief without chemicals. Trusted by patriots who think for themselves 👉 Visit: https://AmericanHempHub.com Because your body deserves real health from real Americans.

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Understanding the VA’s Proposed Changes to Disability Ratings

This week on The Richard Leonard Show, Richard tackles the controversy surrounding the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs’ proposed disability evaluation rule that would factor in medication and treatment when assigning ratings. After intense backlash, Doug Collins paused the rollout, igniting a larger debate over reform, fraud prevention, and whether the policy would ultimately help—or harm—America’s veterans. Brought to you by Cortez Wealth Management! Proudly supporting America First values 🇺🇸! Looking for retirement and asset growth strategies from someone who shares your values? Check out Cortez Wealth Management, led by a proud Christian husband, father, and patriot. 👉 http://cortezwm.com/ Pet Club 247 is your trusted source for affordable, high-quality pet products delivered to your door. Shop now at https://richardleonard.petclub247.com/ and get Wholesale pricing, Auto-ship convenience, Premium pet nutrition, and wellness. Support your pets and wallet by partnering with us. Join the Club! PATRIOT-APPROVED HEMP PRODUCTS. Tired of woke wellness brands? So are we. At AmericanHempHub.com, you’ll find CBD & hemp products made in the USA with no globalist garbage. Pure. Lab-Tested. Freedom-First. Relief without chemicals. Trusted by patriots who think for themselves 👉 Visit: https://AmericanHempHub.com Because your body deserves real health from real Americans.

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