VA secretary nominee Collins says he wants to update, improve services for vets
Former Rep. Doug Collins of Georgia is a veteran of the U.S. Navy, a former Air Force Reserve chaplain, a veteran of the Iraq War and says he wants to improve veterans' services.
Confirmation hearing for VA Secretary nominee Doug Collins postponed over background check
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Doug Collins, Trump's nominee to lead the VA, vows to work across the aisle to help vets
Senators from both parties did push Collins about how he will solve problems that have plagued the VA for decades, like delivering timely health care and protecting whistle-blowers.
Doug Collins questioned about Veterans Affairs nomination
Doug Collins was pressed about reducing veteran suicide and about whether President Trump's government-wide hiring freeze would hurt veterans' medical care.
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Senator Patty Murray (D-WA) pressed VA Secretary nominee Doug Collins to prioritize veteran safety as the VA rolls out its new Electronic Health Record (EHR) system. She stressed the importance of holding Oracle accountable and working closely with frontline providers to fix past issues and ensure a reliable system for veterans.
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Doug Collins will restore America’s promise to veterans
We have a real chance to fix what has sadly become an incompetent and rogue department. It needs servant leadership with a keen focus on mission to take the helm.
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