Trump accused of delaying Pacific island veterans' benefits

The Trump administration is being accused of delaying benefits for veterans from Pacific island nations who served with the U.S. military.

These benefits, like telehealth and travel for medical care, were agreed upon under the Biden administration.

The ambassadors from Palau, the Marshall Islands, and Micronesia said the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) hasn't put these benefits into action yet.

The VA says they don't have the money for direct care.

Some lawmakers are worried that China might take advantage of this delay to gain influence in the region.

A senior U.S. diplomat is planning to visit the islands to discuss the issue.