Latest "VA secretary Wilkie" stories

Complaint accuses VA secretary of working to discredit Hill staffer who reported sexual assault

A department insider says Robert Wilkie actively worked to discredit the woman, even as he publicly promised a fair investigation.

By Leo Shane III

4 years ago

Sudden firing of top VA official raises questions about leadership stability

VA leaders have downplayed the incident, but others see it as a shocking attack on a well-respected administrator.

By Leo Shane III

4 years ago

VA secretary insists surprise firing of top official isn’t a sign of leadership turmoil

Deputy Secretary James Byrne was fired Monday in what the secretary called a simple business decision.

By Leo Shane III

4 years ago

Even bigger budgets for VA? Secretary offers his thoughts on department progress, challenges

After 16 months on the job, VA Secretary Robert Wilkie insists the department is performing better than ever before.

By Leo Shane III

4 years ago

This week in Congress: National emergency pushback from lawmakers

Defense and veterans hearings on Capitol Hill for the week of Feb. 25.

By Leo Shane III

5 years ago

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