VA Head Acknowledges Challenges For Health Care Workers Battling Coronavirus
Veterans Affairs Secretary Robert Wilkie says his health system is not overwhelmed, but it has been forced to ration protective gear.
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VA Secretary Wilkie: 'We Are The Surge Force'
In an interview with NPR, Secretary for Veterans Affairs Robert Wilkie said the department was ready to deploy if called on to help with the coronavirus pandemic response.
After A Year Of Turmoil, New VA Secretary Says 'Waters Are Calmer'
Robert Wilkie is President Trump's second VA secretary; his first was fired after clashing with political appointees. Wilkie insists he's put an end to infighting at the department.
Senate Confirms Pentagon Official To Head Veterans Affairs Department
Robert Wilkie inherits a VA that is undertaking ambitious changes in the next year. The department has been in turmoil since Trump sacked his first VA secretary in March.
Trump's Uncontroversial VA Pick Sails Through Confirmation Hearing
President Trump fired his first VA secretary, and his first nominee withdrew. His next pick, Robert Wilkie, is a veteran and a seasoned Washington official.
Surprise! Trump Nominates Acting VA Secretary Robert Wilkie To Fill Role Permanently
Following the disastrous nomination of the president's last pick, Rear Adm. Ronny Jackson, veterans groups say they hope the embattled agency can finally get back on track.