VA Budgeting Poll

The VA’s budget request this year is a record $301 billion. If passed, this would be a $104 billion (53%) increase since 2018. For comparison, total Medicare/Medicaid spending in the U.S. only grew by (32%) during the same period, and $104 billion is equivalent to 3.5 million 2022 Ford F-150s or 8 new aircraft carriers. Should Congress continue to support sharp increases in the VA budget, or focus on reforms and efficiency?