VA Secretary McDonald Told Homeless Veteran He Was Special Forces Too?

VA Secretary Robert McDonald Apologizes for Misstating Military Record 
NBC News
February 24, 2015

WASHINGTON — Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert McDonald apologized Monday for misstating that he served in the military's special forces. In a statement released Monday by the VA, McDonald said: "While I was in Los Angeles, engaging a homeless individual to determine his veteran status, I asked the man where he had served in the military. He responded that he had served in special forces.

I incorrectly stated that I had been in special forces. That was inaccurate and I apologize to anyone that was offended by my misstatement." The VA website says McDonald is an Army veteran who served with the 82nd Airborne Division.
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