Marco Rubio and Elizabeth Warren Team Up to Stop Scams on Vets

Two possible 2016 presidential candidates from different sides of the political aisle -- U.S. Sen. Elizabeth Warren, D-Mass., and U.S. Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla. -- teamed up on Tuesday to propose a bill protecting veterans from con men. The bill would make the federal Department of Veterans Affairs work with state and federal agencies to stop con men who are diverting federal aid away from veterans.

Our veterans have courageously defended our country and protected our freedoms, and they deserve the utmost respect after their service, said Rubio on Tuesday. Thats why it is necessary to stop older veterans from being the target of scams and predatory practices. These heroes deserve better, and we will always appreciate their brave service and sacrifice.

For thousands of our oldest veterans who need help with basic daily activities, the Aid and Attendance program is a critical lifeline, said Warren. Unfortunately, scams are turning the program into something that can actually undermine the financial security of our older veterans and waste federal funds. This bipartisan proposal will help put an end to these financial scams and ensure that we honor our veterans commitment, sacrifice, and service to the nation.