David Shulkin: “I want to give a deep thanks to Senator Rubio, who sponsored the accountability bill.”

It is my hope we can work together to ensure talented medical professional remain in the VA to deliver quality care to our veterans.

I received a phone call saying that the President wanted to make a change, and that's certainly his prerogative to do that, and that's what happened.

I wasn't willing to do that. I don't think that's the right thing for veterans and I stood up against them.

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