Livelsberger's death outside the Trump Hotel in Las Vegas has raised questions about whether it was an act of political violence, but officials say he harbored no ill will towards President-elect Donald Trump. Livelsberger had been struggling with symptoms of TBI, including depression and memory loss, which his ex-girlfriend, Arritt, said she saw as early as 2018. Despite her efforts to get him help, Livelsberger was hesitant due to concerns it could affect his ability to deploy. He texted Arritt out of the blue in December, sending upbeat messages about a Tesla truck he had purchased, but also expressed feelings of deep sadness and symbolism behind his actions. The incident has led officials to encourage troops facing mental health challenges to seek help through military support networks.
https://apnews.com/article/trump-hotel-fire-soldier-brain-trauma-afghanistan-4c5a20b500bc2131a7ef324878938034A public scandal has erupted surrounding Republican Congresswoman Kay Granger, who was found living in a $4,000-a-month memory care facility in Texas after being reported lost and confused in her neighborhood. The 81-year-old representative, who had not cast a vote in six months, is set to retire from the House in January after nearly three decades of service. The discovery has sparked debate over the mental fitness of elderly politicians, with President Joe Biden, 81, and Donald Trump, 78, facing questions about their own cognitive abilities. Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell, 82, has also faced scrutiny for public episodes where he appeared to freeze mid-sentence. The controversy has led to calls for basic cognitive testing for elected officials, including a demand from Tesla billionaire Elon Musk on X, formerly Twitter.
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