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Derrick Van Orden: I had a terrible experience with the Transition Assistance Program. I thought it was nearly meaningless.

On the recordMay 3, 2023
I had a terrible experience with the Transition Assistance Program. I thought it was nearly meaningless.
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Derrick Van Orden
Republican · Wisconsin

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Van Orden shares his negative experience with the Transition Assistance Program for veterans.

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