David Roe: “I mean, all you can say is you got lucky.”

We have to reach out and try to find those 14 who never get to the VA, never get the care.

With all the metrics and good intentions and all of that, the suicide rates have not changed, so we need to do something different.

Now, don't just ask me that. Go back and read the words of the people that founded this country and put together our Constitution.

Do not imply, Mr. Secretary, I care any less about the veterans who are committing suicide. I have declared suicide prevention to be the No. 1 priority of this committee.