On the recordAugust 1, 2026
The VA is forcing veterans in Otero and Eddy Counties to drive hours to Albuquerque for care, even though a VA medical center in El Paso is much closer. It makes no sense.
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lujan.senate.govThe VA is forcing veterans in Otero and Eddy Counties to drive hours to Albuquerque for care, even though a VA medical center in El Paso is much closer. It makes no sense.
Criticizing current VA travel requirements for veterans.
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