Doug Collins: “The optics of this are terrible and you today have made it worse.”

Each investment is tied to a concrete improvement Veterans will notice: shorter waits, better coordination, and more consistent access to both VA and community care.

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.

Look, long-term healthcare, whether it's inside our own facilities or with community is something that this country has to look at.

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