The Patriot Post® · VA Lied to Members of Congress

After the health care system landed in the hot seat over the secret waiting list scandal, The Daily Caller reports at least five instances where the VA misled politicians in places like Pittsburg, the Pacific Islands and Alabama. And this happens just after Congress sent a bill to Obama’s desk giving the VA more money, including $360 million in bonuses for VA employees. After he learned VA officials in his state lied to him, Rep. Patrick Meehan (R-PA) wrote in a statement, “I visited these facilities and I was repeatedly assured that the activities described in this report had not occurred. I very specifically asked whether there was any evidence of deliberate falsification of data, manipulation of appointment dates or any other attempts to intentionally cook the books. The VA leadership present told me none of it occurred. This report proves they looked me in the eye and lied to me.” Meehan added, “At every turn, the VA has thwarted any attempt of honest, effective oversight.” More…