By Vernal Coleman and Eric Umansky

Democratic Lawmakers Blast Trump Administration’s VA Cuts After ProPublica Investigation

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Democratic House members on Thursday blasted the Trump administration’s moves to shrink the Department of Veterans Affairs and demanded more transparency from its leaders after a ProPublica investigation revealed widespread disruptions across the agency’s health care system.

“There are real-life dangerous impacts for veterans,” said Rep. Chris Deluzio of Pennsylvania, citing the news organization’s work.