Doug Collins: “I think it has been a good discussion.”

We’re going to look into this. […] Look, long-term healthcare, whether it's inside our own facilities or with community is something that this country has to look at.

Now, we regret anyone who loses their job, and it’s extraordinarily difficult for me, especially as a VA leader and your secretary, to make these types of decisions.

The department’s history shows that adding more employees to the system doesn’t automatically equal better results.

I appreciate that, Senator,” concluded Secretary Collins. “It's always good to visit with you, my former colleague in the House.