Robert C. Byrd: “I have only the highest praise for him and the people who serve under him.”

The President hasn't requested one dime of his $81.9 billion supplemental for the veterans' healthcare system.

We need important changes in our great health benefit program. TRICARE, to ensure a superior benefit for the long-term.

I will also ensure that the OIG pursues aggressive oversight of contracting issues.

Promoting efficiency and preventing fraud in defense acquisitions will obviously be a high priority.