The IssueThe biggest reform in how Australia helps veterans is coming in days. But will our politicians finally get it right?
Veterans' Affairs Minister Matt Keogh was called a liar by Aussie soldier and MP Phil Thompson two weeks ago on 7NEWS' The Issue podcast.
This week, Keogh speaks on the veterans' compensation reform set to kick in on July 1, Australia's "national tragedy" of veteran suicides, and his response to Thompson's criticism.
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