We are not talking about necessarily putting up ballistic-proof fencing or things like that.

I think I am not going to buy that, Mr. Chairman, that you can't protect them.

Reserving the right to object, this is the ninth time that my colleagues on the left have come to the floor to try to break my hold on Department of Defense nominees. This is the ninth time I am coming forward to keep my word. Since the…

I can only imagine what would happen to people with cardiovascular issues, respiratory issues, that don't have power at all.

we do not treat the problem immediately and we are just kicking the can down the road

I think this is pretty concerning when we are really not following the law here.

When veterans make the decision to seek treatment for their mental health conditions or addictions, VA must ensure that they are met with high quality care that provides veterans with timely access choices and no red tape.

I think this is pretty concerning when we are really not following the law here.

it is poor use of taxpayer money and again it is really a disservice

it is not very common sense and it is really--you know, I do not think we are doing the veterans--I do not think we are doing them right.

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When veterans make the decision to seek treatment for their mental health conditions or addictions, VA must ensure that they are met with high quality care that provides veterans with timely access choices and no red tape.

it is poor use of taxpayer money and again it is really a disservice

we do not treat the problem immediately and we are just kicking the can down the road

it is not very common sense and it is really--you know, I do not think we are doing the veterans--I do not think we are doing them right.

we do not treat the problem immediately and we are just kicking the can down the road

I think this is pretty concerning when we are really not following the law here.

Ensuring veterans have prompt access to high quality treatment for mental health conditions and addictions is critical.