David Shulkin: “Have no doubt: if we let this program lapse, hundreds of thousands of veterans will lose their ability to visit a…”

Slowing down and pausing to see what the consequences are, even if they are unintended consequences, is important to do.

I do regret the decisions that have been made that have taken the focus off of that important work.

How could you argue against wanting veterans to have choice and the best type of care?

We want to make this easier for veterans to access private sector services when they need it, when it is the best thing for them.