Veterans group rises to Collins’s defense over VA cuts: ‘Gotta think differently’

Published May 26, 2025 6:00am ET



One of the largest veterans groups in the country is breaking with many of its peers to support the sweeping reforms the Trump administration is making at the Department of Veterans Affairs.

While many prominent organizations, such as Veterans of Foreign Wars, have criticized VA Secretary Doug Collins for wielding a “chainsaw” approach when it comes to cleaning up the federal agency, particularly after he attempted to cut thousands of government workers, Mission Roll Call CEO Jim Whaley characterized such attacks as “ridiculous.” 

Trusted reporting.Unlimited access.

Subscribe for full access to Washington Examiner coverage, expert political analysis, and subscriber-only journalism.

Get Unlimited Access

Already a member? Log in

Cancel anytime.