Thousands of California soldiers forced to repay enlistment bonuses a decade after going to war

This is yet another example of how the very government and system these soldiers fought for can with no compunction mistreat them and give it no thought. Where are all the bleeding heart politicians to champion these people. Strangely quiet. Something recruiters should make all prospective recruits aware of: If the gvt screws up and erroneously in error overpays you. You are going to be held responsible to make good on their error

what did they do to violate their contract...