Trump picks former congressman Doug Collins as next VA secretary

Contributing sentiments towards policy:

76% : "We must take care of our brave men and women in uniform, and Doug will be a great advocate for our active-duty servicemembers, veterans, and military families to ensure they have the support they need," Trump said in a statement.
51% : He also appeared on the campaign trail with Trump throughout the summer, backing the former president's re-election bid.
43% : Collins has served as a legal counsel for Trump since leaving Congress three years ago.
40% : Trump picks Fox commentator Pete Hegseth as his next Defense SecretaryHe also served in the active-duty Navy for two years as a chaplain and re-enlisted in the Air Force Reserve following the Sept. 11, 2001 terrorist attacks.
35% : In a statement on social media, Collins thanked Trump for the opportunity to serve at VA and vowed to "fight tirelessly to streamline and cut regulations in the VA, root out corruption, and ensure every veteran receives the benefits they've earned.

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