Tag: military_veterans
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Governor Sherrill Nominates Michael Embrich as New Jersey's First Veteran Advocate
Governor Mikie Sherrill has nominated Navy veteran Michael Embrich to be New Jersey's inaugural Veteran Advocate. This independent office will oversee veteran care, investigate concerns, and connect veterans with benefits, strengthening support for the state's service members and their families.
Politics and GovernmentHealthGeneral PoliticsState GovernmentsEducationSocial IssuesLegal Michael EmbrichVeteran AdvocateNew JerseyGovernor Mikie SherrillVeterans AffairsMilitary VeteransPublic ServiceOffice of New Jersey Governor
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Gov. Whitmer Orders Flags Lowered for Memorial Day
Governor Whitmer has ordered flags across Michigan to be lowered to half-staff on May 25 for Memorial Day, honoring fallen service members. State officials encourage public participation in remembering those who made the ultimate sacrifice.
Politics and GovernmentState GovernmentsMilitarySocial Issues MichiganGovernor Gretchen WhitmerMemorial DayFlag LoweringFallen Service MembersMilitary VeteransPublic BuildingsOffice of Michigan Governor
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Media Monitor: Federal Arts Commission Approves Trump's Triumphal Arch
The Washington Post reports a federal arts commission, filled with Trump allies, approved a towering triumphal arch. President Donald J Trump rejected lowering its height, and military veterans have sued to halt the project.
Politics and GovernmentMediaLaw EnforcementGeneral PoliticsFederal GovernmentLegal Donald J TrumpTriumphal ArchFederal Arts CommissionMilitary VeteransLawsuitProject ApprovalWashington PostThe Washington Post