Denis McDonough actually said...

"This Budget will ensure VA is moving swiftly and smartly into the future as we serve our two core requirements: timely access to world-class care, and timely access to earned benefits."

"President Biden describes our country's most sacred obligation as preparing and equipping the troops we send into harm's way and then caring for them and their families when they return."

"Thank you for the opportunity to appear before you today to discuss our progress at the Department."

"We are taking this very, very seriously."