Murphy: VA Must Be Held Accountable for Mistreatment of Nation's Heroes

Statement

U.S. Representative Patrick E. Murphy (FL-18) made the following statement in response to the Office of the Inspector General at the Veterans Affairs Department announcing today that 26 facilities nationwide are being investigated for allegations relating to secret wait lists and inadequate care for veterans:

"After risking life and limb in service to our nation, it is downright disgraceful that veterans are dying while waiting for care here at home. A few weeks ago, I spoke out in support of a measure to increase funding for the VA Office of the Inspector General in order to provide accountability at the VA and increase the quality of care. I was pleased to see the House pass this important measure, but with these damning reports coming out of the VA for failing our veterans and country, more must be done. These allegations must be swiftly and thoroughly investigated, and the VA must be held accountable for any wrongdoing or mistreatment of our nation's heroes. These brave men and women fought for our freedoms and deserve nothing less than the highest level of care and treatment. I will continue to fight for them and press the VA to get to the bottom of this very serious issue."

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