Get your little brain all scrambled: Mia Khalifa sparks controversy with criticism of US military
Former adult film star and social media activist Mia Khalifa voiced criticism of how the U.S. military handles veterans, particularly noting the lack of attention given to those struggling with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
Mia Khalifa, the former adult film star turned social media activist, has ignited a firestorm of debate following her outspoken criticism of the U.S. military. In a now-removed video shared on her X account, Khalifa addressed the profound physical and mental toll that warfare imposes on American soldiers. While she did not explicitly mention the current conflicts in Israel or Gaza, her comments coincided with recent news of U.S. troop deployments to the Middle East.
Critique of Veterans' Care in the U.S.
Khalifa, whose real name is Sarah Joe Chamoun, began her video with the striking phrase, "Good morning to everybody who is not in the U.S. military." She pointedly suggested that soldiers deployed to overseas conflicts are often overlooked by the very nation they serve, emphasizing the issue of untreated PTSD among returning veterans.
In a scathing critique of the Veterans Affairs (VA) system, she remarked, "Let’s see how much the VA cares about you. They’re going to tell you to do breathing exercises because the U.S. government doesn’t give a f*** about you." This sentiment reflects widespread frustration regarding the systemic failures in supporting the mental health of soldiers post-deployment.
Mia Khalifa, cheered on October 7th, now mocks U.S. military by wishing they get PTSD saying,
— Imtiaz Mahmood (@ImtiazMadmood) October 24, 2024
“I hope you go over there and get your little brain all scrambled with PTSD.”
Does she want to be one of the virgins for Nasrallah and Yahya Sinwar? pic.twitter.com/3IYDx0iF4x
Khalifa continued her incisive commentary, asserting that once their service ends, soldiers are treated as "disposable." She further added, "I hope you go over there and get your little brain all scrambled up with PTSD and then come back here and see how much the United States cares about you, pookie."
Anti-War Sentiments Amid Rising Tensions
Although Khalifa did not directly address the recent U.S. military actions in the Middle East, her statements align with her established anti-war position. Amid the escalating violence between Israel and Palestinian forces in Gaza and Lebanon, she has consistently expressed support for Palestinian resistance. In a prior interview with The New York Times, she described Palestinian fighters as "freedom fighters," likening their struggle for liberation to historical moments like the fall of the Berlin Wall.
Fallout from Her Statements
Khalifa's politically charged remarks have led to significant professional repercussions. Playboy cut ties with her in October, deeming her comments offensive in light of the ongoing violence in the region. In defense of her views, Khalifa clarified that her stance is anti-Zionist, not anti-Israel, and emphasized that the recent conflict evokes "symbolic" historical parallels.
