The story of the former CIO is an illustrative example of how Trump has appointed political allies to leadership positions in the VA, leaving veterans to suffer the consequences of poor leadership and political infighting.
The department paid for Darin Selnick's flights from his home in California to Washington, D.C., hotel stays, and foods with taxpayer funds—raising ethical concerns.
A federal court has ruled against the VA and granted aid to Navy veterans suffering from cancer, diabetes, and other illnesses linked to toxic exposure while stationed in Vietnam.