White House advisor John Kirby is under scrutiny for dismissing veterans' concerns about the Afghan withdrawal. On the anniversary of 9/11, Kirby mistakenly replied all to a press inquiry, stating, 'obviously no use in responding.' He later acknowledged the error, expressing regret for his comment. Florida Republican Congressman Corey Mills and other veterans raised objections to Kirby's remarks.
Kirby has faced criticism for downplaying the chaos of the Afghan withdrawal, labeling it a successful airlift operation despite concerns about individuals evacuated without proper documentation. Some Gold Star families have also expressed dissatisfaction with the administration's handling of the situation.
