Federal Times: Rear Adm. Ronny Jackson’s decision to drop out of the confirmation process for the Veterans Affairs secretary post leaves the massive bureaucracy again searching for a new permanent leader, at a time when lawmakers are anxiously eyeing a host of significant reforms.
Jackson’ nomination came after the abrupt firing of VA Secretary David Shulkin last month, but had been mired in controversy from the start. Veterans groups questioned the White House physician’s experience to lead the nearly $200 billion department, and senators raised concerns about allegations of drinking while on duty and abusive management practices.
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