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Alabama VA Chief Fired

MONTGOMERY, Ala. (AP) — The Department of Veterans Affairs has fired the director of the central Alabama VA. The department announced on Oct. 6 that it was beginning the process of terminating James Talton as director of the Central Alabama Veterans Healthcare System. It announced Friday that he had been officially removed after allegations of neglect of duty were substantiated. He still has an appeal available, but he's off the payroll. U.S. Rep. Martha Roby of Montgomery says those who presided over misconduct and negligence in the Central Alabama VA must be held accountable. She says she doesn't expect Talton to be the last one fired. The VA said it will recruit a new director. In the meantime, a VA official from the regional headquarters, Robin Jackson, is serving as acting director.

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