Johnny Isakson: “There is no excuse for the plethora of problems the VA was having.”

The country deserves better than this.

Your service when working with you has been a privilege. You have done a phenomenal job as Chairman in the House.

We have a second to certify our growth in the VA by nominating James Byrne and approving his appointment. We have all worked hard to see that the VA is responsive. We get good news in the papers, not bad news. We are helping our veterans…

Success now and in the future will require close collaboration between the VA and Congress, a focus on engagement as well as accountability.