Rep. Messer calls Shinseki's resignation "appropriate" under the circumstances

WASHINGTON—Congressman Luke Messer (IN-06) released the following statement upon the announcement of Eric Shinseki’s resignation as Secretary of the Department of Veterans Affairs:

“Secretary Shinseki’s resignation is appropriate under the circumstances.  But, what really matters is what happens next to ensure our VA system is overhauled from top to bottom to guarantee our veterans are receiving the prompt and proper care they have earned and deserve.”