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Veterans Affairs Secretary Nominee Promises No Involvement In Migrant Healthcare

Doug Collins speaks during his enshrinement in the Basketball Hall of Fame, Sunday Oct. 13, 2024, in Springfield, Mass. (AP Photo/Jessica Hill)

Veterans Affairs secretary nominee Doug Collins has assured that the agency under his leadership will not be involved in providing healthcare to migrants, following recent reports suggesting otherwise. During a Senate hearing, Sen. Tommy Tuberville raised concerns about the VA specialty care system allegedly funding healthcare for illegal aliens in 2023.

Collins responded by stating his commitment to investigating the matter, emphasizing that he believes any funds allocated for veterans should be solely dedicated to their care.

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