At this very moment, the VA is operating without a budget, making it harder for VA medical centers and clinics to deliver the care our vets need. It is frustrating for VA employees and it is frustrating for our veterans who pay the price when budgets are delayed. This is inexcusable, it is unacceptable, and it is time for it to stop.
Barack Obama: “At this very moment, the VA is operating without a budget, making it harder for VA medical centers and clinics to…”
On the recordJuly 16, 2013
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The President criticized the lack of a budget affecting VA services.
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