The Trump cabinet faces a shakeup -- again
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President Trump fired Veterans Affairs secretary David Shulkin last night. White House physician, Admiral Ronny Jackson is expected to take his place, but his appointment will have to be approved by the Senate first. Robert Wilkie, from the Department of Defense, will manage the post in the interim.
MPR News Host Kerri Miller spoke with Stars and Stripes reporter Nikki Wentling about the impetus for this change and what it means for vets.
Use the audio player above to hear the full discussion.
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