By using this site, you agree to the Privacy Policy and Terms of Use.
Accept
Thrive News Co.Thrive News Co.
0

No products in the cart.

Notification Show More
Font ResizerAa
  • Home
  • About
  • Church
    ChurchShow More
    A street preacher was arrested for sharing the Gospel near Broadway—but a judge’s swift dismissal of the case is being hailed as a First Amendment win and a warning to cities targeting evangelists.
    NYC Judge Dismisses Charges Against Street Preacher in Win for Religious Liberty
    May 30, 2025
    gospel-conference
    Europe’s Largest Evangelism Gathering in 25 Years Set to Ignite Berlin
    May 27, 2025
    american-faith
    Faith Under Fire: The Battle for Christian Expression in America
    May 23, 2025
    jewish-museum-washington
    Antisemitic Shooting in DC Claims Lives of Two Israeli Embassy Staffers
    May 22, 2025
    gen-z-study-barna-gloo
    New Report: Gen Z Struggles with Loneliness and Anxiety, Craves Real Connection
    May 20, 2025
  • Media
    MediaShow More
    fake-news-issues
    Truth Hijacked: How Fake News and Political Bias Corrupted the Press
    April 30, 2025
    karoline-leavitt
    Karoline Leavitt Ignores Reporters Who Put This In Their Email Signature
    April 13, 2025
    The King of Kings, an animated biblical epic, sets a record with $14.6M in presales, poised to surpass The Prince of Egypt as the biggest opening for an animated biblical film. Featuring Kenneth Branagh, Uma Thurman, and Oscar Isaac, it opens in 3,200+ theaters this Friday.
    ‘The King of Kings’ Poised to Break Records as Biggest Animated Biblical Film Opening Ever
    April 11, 2025
    A 2025 NCRI report examines the rise of "assassination culture" in the U.S., with survey data showing 31% and 38% of respondents justify murdering Elon Musk and Donald Trump, respectively. Explore the findings on normalized political violence.
    The Abhorrent Rise of Assassination Culture: An Indictment of Moral Depravity
    April 11, 2025
    Celebrate Easter with American Idol’s April 20 'Songs of Faith' special, featuring CeCe Winans, Brandon Lake, and more. Don’t miss this 3-hour worship night!
    ‘American Idol’ to Celebrate Easter with a Worship Night Special
    April 9, 2025
  • Government
    GovernmentShow More
    pete-hegseth-prayer
    Pentagon Hosts Christian Prayer Service Led by Defense Secretary Hegseth
    May 23, 2025
    215-214-big-beautiful-bill
    House Passes Trump’s “Big, Beautiful Bill” in Narrow 215-214 Vote
    May 23, 2025
    trump-south-african-genocide
    Trump Confronts South African President Over White Farmer Killings: “This Is Genocide”
    May 22, 2025
    golden-dome-trump
    Trump, Hegseth Unveil $175B ‘Golden Dome’ to Shield U.S. Homeland: “Made in the USA”
    May 21, 2025
    joe-biden-cancer
    Biden’s Cancer Diagnosis: A Call to Walk in the Light
    May 19, 2025
  • Arts
    • Sports
    ArtsShow More
    Comedian Russell Brand, recently vocal about his Christian faith, faces rape and sexual assault charges tied to alleged incidents from 1999-2005. Get the latest on the case.
    Russell Brand Charged with Sexual Crimes Amid Public Faith Journey
    April 4, 2025
    Disney’s 2025 Snow White remake, with Rachel Zegler as a self-reliant heroine and CGI-rendered magical creatures replacing the dwarfs, stumbles into a “woke” wilderness. Explore its weak box office debut and the backlash over abandoning the classic’s charm.
    Disney’s Snow White Remake: A Woke Detour from its Original Storyline
    March 23, 2025
    Dayne Kamela
    Dayne Kamela, Founder of Litwithprayer, Shares How Prayer Transforms Mental Health
    March 21, 2025
    house-of-david
    House of David: 5 Takeaways for Believers Reflecting on David’s Life
    March 20, 2025
    house-of-david
    ‘House of David’ Surges to #2 on Prime Video as Episode 4 Drops This Thursday
    March 4, 2025
  • Education
    EducationShow More
    graduation-speech
    Valedictorian’s Faith-Filled Speech Triumphs Over Censorship Attempt
    May 28, 2025
    harvard
    DHS Revokes Harvard’s Ability To Host Foreign Students
    May 23, 2025
    oklahoma-schools-supreme-court
    Supreme Court Blocks Oklahoma’s Taxpayer-Funded Religious Charter School
    May 22, 2025
    grand-canyon-university
    Grand Canyon University Cleared of $37.7M Fine by Education Department
    May 19, 2025
    The U.S. Supreme Court appears to favor religious freedom in Oklahoma Statewide Charter School Board v. Drummond, a case that could establish the nation’s first religious charter school. Explore the clash between the First Amendment’s Free Exercise and Establishment Clauses.
    SCOTUS Leans Toward Religious Freedom in Charter School Case
    May 1, 2025
  • Family
    FamilyShow More
    boys-to-men
    Raising Sons Who Won’t Be Swept Away: Forming Character in a Changing World
    May 24, 2025
    medical-gender-transition-crack-down
    FTC Weighs Legal Action Against Physicians Involved in Youth Gender Transitions
    May 22, 2025
    ashley-pardo-parenting
    Why Would a Parent Knowingly Help Her Son With Preparing for a Violent Act?
    May 16, 2025
    trafficking-hub
    Takedown: One Woman’s Fight to Expose Dark Web Secrets
    May 15, 2025
    abortion-pill-reversal
    California’s Censorship of Pro-Life Speech at Pregnancy Centers
    May 15, 2025
  • More
    • Podcast
    • Advertising
    • Agency
    • Invest
  • Listings
    • Business Directory
    • Add Listing
  • Advertise
  • Subscribe
  • Donate
Reading: VA Secretary Calls Out Media Over Unverified ‘Rumor’ Stories
Share
Font ResizerAa
Thrive News Co.Thrive News Co.
0
  • Home
  • Church
  • Media
  • Sports
  • Business
  • Directory
  • Subscribe
  • Donate
Search
  • Home
  • About
  • Categories
    • Church
    • Media
    • Sports
    • Education
    • Family
    • Movies
    • Business
  • Join Us
  • Advertising
  • Directory
  • Donate
Have an existing account? Sign In
Follow US
  • Advertise
  • About
  • Search Home
  • Search Result
  • All Listings
  • Single Category
  • Single Location
  • Single Tag
  • Author Profile
  • Dashboard
  • Registration
  • Login
  • Checkout
  • Payment Receipt
  • Transaction Failure
  • Job Apply Form
  • Select Your Plan
  • Messaging Terms & Conditions
  • Sign up free!
  • Directory Checkout
  • Advertising
  • News Summary
  • Christian News Feed
  • Sign In
  • Sign In
  • Sign In
  • Refund and Returns Policy
  • Refund and Returns Policy
© 2024 THRIVE! News Foundation. All Rights Reserved.
Thrive News Co. > Blog > Media > VA Secretary Calls Out Media Over Unverified ‘Rumor’ Stories
Media

VA Secretary Calls Out Media Over Unverified ‘Rumor’ Stories

thrive.news.foundation
Last updated: March 12, 2025 7:59 pm
By thrive.news.foundation 3 Min Read
Share
VA Secretary Doug Collins confronts reporter Patricia Kime over rumors hurting veterans, sparking debate on media and transparency.
VA Secretary Doug Collins confronts reporter Patricia Kime over rumors hurting veterans, sparking debate on media and transparency.
SHARE

Contents
Collins Clashes with Military.com Reporter Over DOGE Rumors, Demands AccountabilityPulling No PunchesWidespread Support 

Collins Clashes with Military.com Reporter Over DOGE Rumors, Demands Accountability


Veterans Affairs (VA) Secretary Doug Collins publicly confronted Military.com reporter Patricia Kime on Tuesday about publishing “innuendo and rumor stories” that he says are harming veterans and VA employees. The confrontation, which unfolded during an interview, centered on reports alleging unauthorized activities by a representative from the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) at the VA—an issue Collins dismissed as unverified speculation that undermines trust in his agency.

Pulling No Punches


Collins pulled no punches as he addressed Kime directly, holding up a copy of her February article titled, “Elon Musk Aide Is Now Working at VA and Accessing Its Computer System.” The piece had suggested, based on unnamed sources and rumors, that a DOGE representative was accessing VA systems without proper authorization. “All I seem to be doing lately is fighting back against innuendo and rumor stories,” Collins said. “In fact, Patricia, part of it is with you. When you start headlines with ‘there’s a rumor going around,’ that hurts my veterans, that scares my veterans, that scares my employees because it’s not true.”

The VA Secretary went further, pressing Kime for accountability. “Will you commit to not doing that in the future?” he asked, emphasizing his desire for a cooperative relationship with the press—provided it doesn’t come at the expense of his staff or the veterans they serve. Conservative commentator Benny Johnson praised the exchange, posting on X: “VA Secretary Doug Collins DECIMATES a fake news reporter for spreading rumors and unconfirmed reports about the VA: ‘I want to work with you a lot in the future, but I will not have ANY reporters scaring my employees or veterans.’”

Widespread Support 


The incident has ignited widespread support online. The Media Research Center (@theMRC) chimed in: “VA Secretary Doug Collins calls out reporter to her face for publishing fake news about his department. ‘When you start headlines with there’s rumors going around… that hurts my veterans.’”

Collins clarified that the individual in question was not an outsider infiltrating VA systems but a designated VA employee serving as a liaison to DOGE—a fact he claims Kime knew but failed to emphasize. Kime, for her part, defended her reporting during the exchange, insisting she had sought answers from the VA and arguing that rumors differ from sourced information. Yet Collins remained steadfast, urging her to verify claims directly with his team to avoid sowing fear.

Reporters – Please help our Veterans by NOT spreading unconfirmed rumors, hearsay and innuendo about @DeptVetAffairs. Thank you! pic.twitter.com/rZbMQn5VmY

— VA Secretary Doug Collins (@SecVetAffairs) March 11, 2025

You Might Also Like

Truth Hijacked: How Fake News and Political Bias Corrupted the Press

Karoline Leavitt Ignores Reporters Who Put This In Their Email Signature

‘The King of Kings’ Poised to Break Records as Biggest Animated Biblical Film Opening Ever

The Abhorrent Rise of Assassination Culture: An Indictment of Moral Depravity

‘American Idol’ to Celebrate Easter with a Worship Night Special

TAGGED:accountabilitymediaveterans

Sign Up For Daily Newsletter

Get the latest breaking news delivered straight to your inbox.

By signing up, you agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy. You may unsubscribe at any time.
Share This Article
Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Threads Email Print
What do you think?
Love0
Sad0
Happy0
Sleepy0
Angry0
Dead0
Wink0
Surprise0
By thrive.news.foundation
Follow:
THRIVE! News is the news & entertainment studio & network of the future. Our mission is to share and spread the gospel through media.
Previous Article Stop the JNF Campaign protests Jewish National Fund in NYC Sec. of State Marco Rubio Schools Media On Visa, Green Cards Amid Arrest of Columbia Student, Hamas Activist
Next Article congo-christian-persecution Over 70 Christians Massacred in DRC: Calls for Justice Intensify
Donate Now

Search Articles

- Advertisement -
Ad image
- Advertisement -
Ad image
- Advertisement -
Ad image

Latest News

Tastries Bakery Owner Cathy Miller Faces Ongoing Legal Battle Over Religious Freedom
California Supreme Court Denies Cake Artist’s Plea, Case Heads to U.S. Supreme Court
Business
A street preacher was arrested for sharing the Gospel near Broadway—but a judge’s swift dismissal of the case is being hailed as a First Amendment win and a warning to cities targeting evangelists.
NYC Judge Dismisses Charges Against Street Preacher in Win for Religious Liberty
Church
eaton-bible-shirts
Christian Worker Reaches Settlement After Firing Over Bible-Themed T-Shirts During Pride Month
Business
graduation-speech
Valedictorian’s Faith-Filled Speech Triumphs Over Censorship Attempt
Education
- Advertisement -
Ad image
- Advertisement -
Ad image
Subscribe to Our Newsletter

Subscribe to our newsletter to get our newest articles instantly!

- Advertisement -
Ad image
- Advertisement -
Ad image

Stay Connected

FacebookLike
TwitterFollow
InstagramFollow
YoutubeSubscribe
LinkedInFollow
TruthFollow

You Might Also Like

As America nears its 250th anniversary, The American Miracle hits theaters June 9-11, 2025, blending faith and history to show the U.S. was no accident.
Media

The American Miracle: A Film Reclaims Providence in America’s Story

April 4, 2025
Laura-loomer
Media

National Security Council Officials Dismissed After West Wing Meeting with Laura Loomer

April 3, 2025
CNN faces accusations of using an orange filter to alter Donald Trump’s appearance, sparking debate over media bias and manipulation. Is it intentional, or just a technical fluke? Explore the controversy.
Media

CNN Accused of Using Orange Filter on Trump

April 4, 2025
public-media
Media

Calls Grow for Immediate Defunding of NPR and PBS

April 1, 2025
Previous Next

Daily Report

Quick Links

About

Advertising

Subscriptions

Affiliates

Directory

Links

Linktree

Marketing

 

Thrive News Co.Thrive News Co.
Follow US
© 2024 Thrive News Foundation. All Rights Reserved.
thrive-news-studio
Subscribe Today

Subscribe to our newsletter and never miss the latest news, podcasts etc..

Zero spam, Unsubscribe at any time.
Welcome Back!

Sign in to your account

Lost your password?