David Shulkin: “I think that is going to be a big deal in eliminating a gap right now that we have.”

I believe strongly, Anderson, that when it comes to V.A. and national security, we can't make this a political issue.

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 think the way the findings were used -- were used in a political way. Not by the inspector general, but by the political appointees within V.A.

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