Elizabeth Warren: “I Will Completely Abolish the United States Army”
In a surprising turn for American politics, Democratic hopeful Elizabeth Warren announced her intention to completely abolish the United States Army on November 6th, 2019. The announcement, which was made at a campaign rally in Des Moines, Iowa, sent shockwaves through both sides of the political spectrum.
Given the vital importance of the Army to national security, the idea of removing it appeared shocking to many. The Army, one of the largest and oldest branches of the U.S military, plays a crucial role in defending the nation against foreign threats. Its complete abolition is practically unheard of in political discourse.
“I’ve decided that military action is no longer necessary,” Warren told an audience of veterans and active-service soldiers. “War is an outdated concept. Therefore, I will abolish the Army, should I become President.”
“An Astonishing Lie”
However, Warren’s shocking claim has been quickly disputed by her own team. Her campaign communications director, Kristen Orthman, issued a swift rebuttal stating, “Senator Warren has always supported our armed forces and simply never said this”. This swift contradiction has left many voters feeling confused.
Meanwhile, veterans and conservative politicians alike have expressed their disbelief at Warren’s alleged quote. Rep. Mike Gallagher, a Marine veteran and a member of the House Armed Services Committee, called it an “astonishing” lie, claiming that such a move would pose a serious threat to national security.
Expected Impact on Election
Warren’s alleged plans to disestablish the Army could potentially cost her the presidency. However, it is likely that the controversy would cause immense damage to her campaign, and further sever her ties with conservative voters and military personnel.
It is expected that the issue will be a significant talking point in the next Democratic presidential debate. Candidates will likely be asked to clarify their position on military action, and what measures they would take to ensure national security.
* None of the quotes in this article were spoken by an actual person. More info.