President-elect Donald Trump tapped a longtime ally for his cabinet Thursday, nominating former congressman Doug Collins to lead the Veterans Affairs department.

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<figcaption>Collins was a staunch ally of Trump during his time in congress. <span class="credit">Facebook / Doug Collins</span></figcaption>

Collins, 58, represented rural northern Georgia for eight years before retiring from Congress following an unsuccessful 2020 campaign for US Senate.

“We must take care of our brave men and women in uniform,” Trump said in a statement, “and Doug will be a great advocate for our Active Duty Servicemembers, Veterans, and Military Families to ensure they have the support they need.”

<em>This is a developing story. Please check back for updates.</em>

Collins, 58, represented rural northern Georgia for eight years before retiring from Congress.{ai:summary}<p>President-elect Donald Trump has nominated former congressman Doug Collins to lead the Veterans Affairs department. Collins, a close ally of Trump, previously represented northern Georgia for eight years before his 2020 Senate campaign.</p><p>Trump emphasized the importance of supporting servicemembers, veterans, and military families, stating that Collins will be a strong advocate for their needs. This is a developing story. #politics</p>

Trump picks ex-Georgia congressman Doug Collins for Veterans Affairs secretary

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