Johnny Isakson: “You do not want to tie your military's hands behind their back in a conflict.”

I am not saying it to be ugly. Facts are facts, and I am scared that a Freudian slip--which I am sure that probably was or something like that--might be something that causes us to get lost again. No. 1, I want to point out that in your…

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

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…