The Warren Sun

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Representative John James (MI-10) held a teletown hall focused on veterans' issues, joined by Veterans Affairs Committee Chairman Rep. Mike Bost of Illinois. The event drew over 12,600 veterans from Michigan's Tenth District.

During the teletown hall, a wide range of questions were posed, covering topics such as veterans' mental health and problems at the Dingell VA and beyond. Rep. James expressed his gratitude to the participants, saying, "Thank you to everyone who joined tonight's call—both for your service to this great nation and for your engagement as a citizen."

Being a veteran himself and the son of a veteran, Rep. James emphasized his deep commitment to servicemembers and honoring the sacrifices they have made for the country. He stated, "I care deeply about our servicemembers and keeping our promise to those who have sacrificed for our nation."

Rep. James also took the opportunity to discuss the legislation he has introduced to support veterans and to gather direct feedback from those who have served. He remarked, "I'm thankful for the opportunity to share about the legislation I've introduced to support our veterans as well as to hear directly from those who have worn the uniform about how I can better serve them."

The teletown hall provided an important platform for veterans to voice their concerns and for Rep. James to listen and understand the challenges they face. By engaging in such conversations, he aims to ensure that he can effectively represent the interests of veterans in his district.

As the event concluded, Rep. James expressed his appreciation for the engagement and participation of the veterans on the call. Their insights and experiences will undoubtedly play a crucial role in shaping his legislative efforts and advocacy for veterans' rights.

Rep. James' commitment to addressing veterans' issues and his willingness to listen to their voices demonstrate his dedication to serving those who have served our nation. Through initiatives like the teletown hall, he strives to create a dialogue that will result in meaningful change and improved support for veterans in Michigan's Tenth District and beyond.

For additional details, please follow this link: https://james.house.gov/media/press-releases/rep-john-james-holds-teletown-hall-va-committee-chairman-mike-bost-talk-issues