David Shulkin: “I think we have got a great team, including the President, pushing on this. And he is fighting for our Veterans as are…”

The VISN model was put in place close to 20 years ago, a very innovative model that has served VA well.

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

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

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