Tim Walz actually said...

"I have often said that I am the strongest supporter of the VA and, because of that, I will be the strongest critic."

"I hope that this hearing will demonstrate the steps that the VA has taken to make bonuses about rewarding excellence, not about helping friends or family."

"I think the question here is making sure that bonuses are paid based on performance, not on standard or set procedure, on autopilot."

"This is an important and critical step in ensuring proper use of resources, making sure we reduce fraud, waste, and abuse;"