Johnny Isakson: “I would also like to voice my support for Senator Baldwin's bill as an important step in addressing VA's protocols on…”

It's deplorable what he said.

I don't want to cut anybody out, but I want to make that point. I yield to Senator Shelby. The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. Crapo). The Senator from Alabama.

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.