Robert C. Byrd: “So you don't see hyperventilation as something that is imminent?”

I will also ensure that the OIG pursues aggressive oversight of contracting issues.

The Department is firmly committed to working closely and openly with Congress in order to protect the health of our servicemembers.

The President hasn't requested one dime of his $81.9 billion supplemental for the veterans' healthcare system.

In closing, may I say that the President's request includes $658 million for construction of the U.S. Embassy in Iraq.