President-elect Donald Trump has announced that he will nominate former House member Doug Collins of Georgia to lead the Department of Veteran Affairs in his administration. Collins, an Iraq war veteran, previously served in Congress until 2021 and was a strong supporter of Trump during his impeachment inquiry in 2019. Trump praised Collins’ military background and commitment to veterans and military families in a statement, emphasizing the need to support those who have served. Collins accepted the nomination with a promise to provide top-notch care to veterans, including cutting regulations, rooting out corruption, and ensuring all veterans receive the benefits they deserve. The nomination will require Senate confirmation. Collins, who served in the House from 2012 to 2021, was known for his vocal defense of Trump during the impeachment process. Trump has previously supported Collins, considering him as a potential challenger to Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp in 2022. However, Collins decided not to run for governor or seek a Senate seat during the midterms.
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Doug Collins chosen by Donald Trump as the secretary of Veterans Affairs
