Congress Leaves DC, Fails to Pass VA Budget Request

Congress failed to pass legislation addressing a nearly $3 billion budget shortfall for the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) before leaving town, leaving millions of veterans at risk, The Hill reported Sunday.

In the lead-up to passing the legislation, questions were raised among members of Congresss about alleged mismanagement at the VA.

Sen. Jerry Moran, R-Kan., expressed disbelief at the VA’s claim that it was unaware of the budget shortfall earlier, especially after advancing year’s worth of funding legislation.

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