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On Wednesday, August 19, 2026, several events occurred in Omaha. Secretary of Veterans Affairs Doug Collins spoke with reporters outside the Veterans Affairs Medical Center, accompanied by U.S. Sen. Deb Fischer and Rep. Don Bacon. Additionally, Dr. Eileen Kingston, director of the Veterans Affairs Nebraska/Western Iowa Health Care System, delivered remarks at the same medical facility. Separately, students participated in the freshman academy at Omaha Benson, where they were observed listening during the session.