Wasserman Schultz Applauds President Biden Pardon of LGBTQI+ Servicemembers

Washington, June 26, 2024
For far too long, the United States did not live up to the commitments we made to all servicemembers in exchange for their sacrifice and service to our nation. That so many were forced out, were dishonorably discharged or even faced court martial, was a harsh injustice that must be righted.

“For far too long, the United States did not live up to the commitments we made to all servicemembers in exchange for their sacrifice and service to our nation. That so many were forced out, were dishonorably discharged or even faced court martial, was a harsh injustice that must be righted. I am thankful for President Biden’s announcement to correct these injustices and properly honor members of the LGBTQI+ community who made great personal sacrifices to serve and fight for our freedoms in the U.S. Armed Forces.

“As a founding Vice-Chair of the Congressional Equality Caucus and Ranking Member of the Military Construction and Veterans Affairs Appropriations Subcommittee, I fight every day to right these wrongs and ensure all servicemembers and veterans receive the benefits, support and just as important, the respect they have earned, no matter who they love. We are fortunate to have a President in the White House who takes action to give meaning to that commitment.”

 

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