Dean Phillips actually said...

"Congress and this Committee must use its oversight authority to ensure that our veterans have access to mental health care and suicide prevention programs."

"As a Gold Star Son, my gratitude for the men and women in uniform, and the sacrifices they have made is immeasurable."

"Thank you, Mr. Chairman and Ranking Member Bost, and Members of the Committee, for the opportunity to share a few of my concerns and fellow concerns raised to me by veterans and their families in Minn..."

"I stand ready to do whatever I can to address the concerns that have been raised by veterans and their advocates in my district."