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Our Mission

The bipartisan For Country Caucus provides its principled military veteran members the opportunity to work together across party lines to pass thoughtful legislation in national security, veterans affairs, and national service. Members collaborate, find support for their ideas and legislation, and unite on the values they share as veterans. Since its founding in 2019, the caucus has advocated for a less polarized Congress that works for — and is trusted by — Americans. 

Improving the Lives of Service Members and Their Families:

Our active-duty military and their families have chosen to dedicate themselves to service. But the sacrifices they make should not come at the expense of their quality of life. That’s why we’ve prioritized legislation that addresses their needs.

We’ve led initiatives to improve DoD mental health services, strengthen military hunger prevention efforts, support military spouses and children, and expand support efforts for Gold Star Families.

Looking Out for Our Veterans:

As veterans ourselves, we understand the unique needs of the veteran community. Many of us served in Iraq and Afghanistan and recognize the toll our nation’s longest war has taken on U.S. servicemembers and its distinct impact on the country as a whole. As such, we successfully led an effort to establish the Global War on Terrorism Memorial on the National Mall. After continued work from caucus members, the design process is currently underway. Soon all Americans will have a place to properly honor and reflect on the sacrifices of so many.

Having served in times when mental health struggles were often taboo, we’ve also worked to improve awareness of services and access to timely, high-quality care. Our members worked to create the easy-to-remember, three-digit Veterans Crisis Line number, 988. Since this shift, the line has seen a dramatic uptick in calls to help veterans receive the emergency care they need.

Honoring Our Commitments to Wartime Allies:

The For Country Caucus understands that supporting U.S. allies—especially those who served alongside U.S. troops during the Global War on Terror—is both a moral imperative and a national security priority. That's why we secured several legislative provisions to support our Afghan allies in the lead-up to and aftermath of the U.S. withdrawal. We expedited the process for Afghan translators and interpreters to escape the Taliban and come to the U.S. and we led efforts to pass the Afghan War Commission Act. This legislation created a non-partisan, independent commission charged with conducting a comprehensive examination of the War in Afghanistan. The United States will use its final report to learn from our experience in Afghanistan and better prepare for potential conflicts in the future.

Modernizing the Department of Defense and Securing America's Technological Future

The For Country Caucus believes the U.S. must be prepared to address future challenges across the globe while investing in our competitive technologies. That's why we helped implement a number of the recommendations from the Cyber Solarium Commission (CSC) and the National Security Commission on Artificial Intelligence (NSCAI). These include the establishment of a Bureau of Cyberspace and Digital Policy at the State Department, efforts to strengthen the cyber workforce and cyber education, and the strengthening of research and development efforts across the artificial intelligence, cyber, and biotechnology sectors.

We also recognize the importance of maintaining a competitive advantage against potential adversaries and ensuring America remains the most capable and responsive force in the world. We helped pass critical provisions of the Taiwan Partnership Act to require the DOD to improve cooperation between the National Guard and Taiwan. Our members also helped establish the Arctic Security Initiative to establish a five-year plan to fully resource the Arctic region and develop service-specific strategies in the Arctic.

 

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Washington, D.C. – This morning the For Country Caucus proudly hosted a Vietnam Veterans Memorial cleaning led by Congressman Mike Waltz (FL-06) and the National Park Service. Held in advance of Memorial Day, the event brings together veterans serving in Congress to honor the sacrifices of those who gave their lives to this country. 

“It’s an honor to be a part of such a special tradition to pay our respects to the service members who never came home from Vietnam,” said Rep. Waltz. “I hope those dissatisfied with the dysfunction in Washington can be reminded that there are many veterans in Congress ready and willing to serve alongside each other and come together for important moments like today.”

It’s always a solemn honor to join my colleagues at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. As we wash the wall, we are reminded of what it took for each name to be engraved on it. Those who bled and died so that we might remain free, they are the real reason why we observe Memorial Day. I hope that every one of my colleagues will take a moment this weekend to pause and reflect on the tremendous sacrifices of our servicemen and women who gave their last full measure of devotion in our place,” said Congressman Bergman (MI-01), Vietnam War veteran.

 “Memorial Day is a time of solemn reflection for America to remember the sacrifice of servicemembers who gave their lives for our country," said Congressman Deluzio (PA-17). “I was glad to join together with my fellow veteran members of the For Country Caucus, Republican and Democrat, to honor fallen heroes at the annual Vietnam Veterans Memorial wall washing event. We can never forget those who made the ultimate sacrifice.”

The For Country Caucus will continue to honor the sacrifices of our nation’s fallen as we prioritize fostering opportunities for bipartisan collaboration. 

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Co-Chaired by Congressman Tony Gonzales (TX-23) and Congressman Jason Crow (CO-06), the bipartisan For Country Caucus provides principled military veteran members the opportunity to work together across party lines to pass thoughtful legislation in national security, veterans affairs, and national service. Since its founding in 2019, the caucus has advocated for a less polarized Congress that works for — and is trusted by — Americans.