Rep. Mike Bost releases statement on Veterans Affairs secretary's firing

U.S. Rep. Mike Bost, R-Murphysboro, a member of the House Committee on Veterans Affairs, reacted to the news that Veterans Affairs Secretary David Shulkin had been ousted to be replaced by White House doctor Ronny Jackson.

"I thank Dr. Shulkin for his service and commitment to our nation and its veterans," Bost said in a statement released by his office. "I look forward to working alongside Dr. Jackson to ensure our nation’s heroes receive the care they have earned."

Shulkin is a former Obama administration official and the first nonveteran ever to head the V.A.

President Donald Trump had been considering replacements for Shulkin for weeks, but it was not known that he was considering Jackson for the role.

Trump announced the move in a tweet.

This story was originally published March 28, 2018 at 6:42 PM with the headline "Rep. Mike Bost releases statement on Veterans Affairs secretary's firing."