Monday, December 15, 2025

CNN: Embattled VA secretary: ‘I deeply regret’ distractions at agency

“Veterans Affairs Secretary David Shulkin on Thursday sought to put what he described as “distractions” behind him, telling House lawmakers that he’s focused on getting his department on track and working for veterans.”

“But later Thursday, White House press secretary Sarah Sanders suggested that the secretary, under fire for ethics violations and in conflict with members of the administration, may not have the White House’s full support.”

“Asked whether that may include replacing VA leadership, Sanders said she had no personnel announcements, but that “every day we’re looking at how we can better the system…” Read the full article here.

Source: Embattled VA secretary: ‘I deeply regret’ distractions at agency – By Juana Summers, March 15, 2018. CNN.

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Jackie Gilbert
Jackie Gilbert
Jackie Gilbert is a Content Analyst for FedHealthIT and Author of 'Anything but COVID-19' on the Daily Take Newsletter for G2Xchange Health and FedCiv.

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