Veterans Affairs Deputy Secretary Paul Lawrence said his relationship with congressional Democrats is strong, despite public fighting.
Rear Adm. Kevin Smith was relieved of his duties “due to a loss of confidence” based on a complaint substantiated by a Naval IG investigation.
The decision came after the service lost confidence in the commander's ability to lead, according to the Marine Corps.
VA Deputy Secretary Paul Lawrence will oversee a search the department's new undersecretary of health and undersecretary of benefits.
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