We're standing against MAGA extremism, political and state violence, and all threats to democracy. No matter who you are, there's a place for you in this movement. Join the hundreds of thousands of veterans, military families, and civilians organizing to ensure that liberty and justice truly is for all.
Veterans are on the frontlines in the fight for our democracy. We are done being political pawns and are reclaiming the narrative. Our oath didn’t expire when we took off the uniform and neither did yours. Are you ready to join us?
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Military family members know all too well the sacrifices those in uniform make because they too often have to make the same sacrifices. Military family voices are essential in our work toward a more perfect union. We need you in the Veteran & Military Families Corps.
About MembershipWhether you just re-upped for another 4 years or are nearing your separation date, Common Defense is the values-aligned home for you to stay connected and engaged with issues that matter to you.
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Not a veteran but still want to be in this fight? Not a problem! Join the thousands of civilians already part of Common Defense and partner with veterans to strengthen democracy and defeat extremism.
About MembershipVeterans and their families from every walk of life and every era of service have found a political home here at Common Defense. Here’s just a few of those stories.
Whatever the issue, wherever we're needed, Common Defense members are fighting for the values we swore to uphold—ensuring that liberty and justice truly are for all.
Trump is trying to gut veteran healthcare for billionaire tax breaks. We’re fighting back to protect the care veterans were promised and deserve.
Forced the regime to back down on 37% of proposed VA cuts
Mobilizing veterans nationwide against healthcare privatization
Exposing the betrayal of America's veterans for billionaire tax breaks
Keeping pressure on to prevent any permanent cuts from passing
Trump is deploying masked federal agents and troops into our neighborhoods. As veterans, we know this isn’t what we swore an oath to defend.
Exposing the use of military troops against American civilians
Speaking out against treating our communities like occupied zones
Defending our oath to protect Americans, not intimidate them
Resisting the authoritarian use of service members as political pawns
We swore an oath to the Constitution, not a wannabe dictator. We’ve been fighting Trump’s authoritarianism since 2016—and we’re not stopping now.
Resisting Trump's power grabs and authoritarian tactics since 2016
Honoring our oath to defend the Constitution against tyrants
Exposing a draft-dodger who thinks he's above the law
Mobilizing veterans nationwide to save our democracy
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE January 24, 2026 MINNEAPOLIS, MN – Following another killing at the hands of…
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Washington, DC – Today, President Donald Trump threatened to invoke the Insurrection Act amid protests in…
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Washington, DC – Today, the Senate advanced a measure that would require congressional authorization before the…
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Minneapolis, MN – In response to reports that an Immigrations and Customs Enforcement (ICE) agent fatally…
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Washington, DC – Common Defense, the nation’s largest grassroots organization of veterans and military families, stands…
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Ready to make a difference and stand alongside veterans and military families fighting for our communities? Here’s some easy next steps:
Whether you’re a civilian, veteran, or military family member, your voice matters in the fight for our democracy. Head to our Action Page to find meaningful actions you can sign onto today!
Veterans and military families know what patriotism looks like and it isn’t bowing to wannabe dictators. Join the thousands of people from around the country who are continuing their service by being active members in the fight for our democracy and a more perfect union.
Whether you can give $5 or $500, we need your support in our work to save veteran healthcare, push back against authoritarianism and hate, and protect democracy. Help fuel our fight for Liberty and Justice for all.
