I just want to say that this seems like such a typical hearing when you are giving us a lot of great news.
I think you are fighting for our Nation's veterans today who have made tremendous sacrifices in defense of this country.
Thank you for the honor of representing them.
The large number of complaints received from VA employees is, to some extent, a reflection of the size of the VA, but it also raises serious...
The truth of the matter is that Congress needs whistleblowers within Federal agencies to help identify problems on the ground.
Addressing Continued Whistleblower Retaliation Within VA
VA does not currently have a tracking system to determine the magnitude of or trends in employee misconduct cases.
We will aggressively pursue relief for whistleblowers in these and other cases where the facts and circumstances support corrective action.
for the sake of the Veterans and employees, I hope he is.
It takes real courage to put your careers at risk for coming forward and calling attention to problems and concerns.
I thank you for the opportunity to testify, and am happy to answer your questions.