David Shulkin

Donald Trump ousts Veterans Affairs chief, taps White House doctor to replace him

US President Donald Trump shook up his cabinet once again on Wednesday, sacking embattled Veterans Affairs Secretary David Shulkin and nominating White House doctor Ronny Jackson as his successor. "I am pleased to announce that I intend to nominate highly respected Admiral Ronny L. Jackson, MD, as the new Secretary of Veterans Affairs," said Trump, who has also replaced his secretary of state and national security advisor in the last month.

Mar 29, 2018, 09:45 AM IST

Veterans chief is 'designated survivor' during Donald Trump speech

Veterans Affairs chief David Shulkin was absent from President Donald Trump's address to Congress, as he was chosen to be "designated survivor," the White House said.

Mar 01, 2017, 10:46 AM IST