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Official Testifies About VA Retaliation
WASHINGTON (AP) — A top official at the Veterans Health Administration says he's sorry that VA employees have suffered retaliation after reporting alleged wrongdoing.
James Tuchschmidt was one VA official testifying Tuesday night at a hearing before the House Veterans Affairs Committee.
Special Counsel Carolyn Lerner says her office has blocked several disciplinary actions against VA employees who reported wrongdoing.
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