On the recordFebruary 14, 2018
Since we have opened up the Office of Accountability and Whistleblower Protection, 1,300 employees have been removed in the last eight months.
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congress.govSince we have opened up the Office of Accountability and Whistleblower Protection, 1,300 employees have been removed in the last eight months.
Shulkin discusses the impact of the Office of Accountability on VA employee management.
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