Joni Ernst actually said...

"I really think it is time that Congress starts holding someone responsible."

"There is so much duplication within the DOD, and I think that we do need to hold people accountable and streamline and find efficiencies where we can."

"This is one of the most important Committees, I feel, to making sure that we honor our commitments to the men and women that have served in our Nation's military."

"I want to specifically thank my lead Democratic sponsor, Senator Hirono, for her help with this legislation, which is designed to improve the access and quality of care we provide our veterans."