Congressman Samuel ##s stands by his charge that 40 veterans died waiting for care . But he says the chief executive should stay , to avoid problems of finding a new secretary . American Legion calls for Shinseki 's resignation , wants to hear more from Obama . White House chief of staff says Obama is ` ` madder than hell '' about VA policy .
Dr. Samuel Foote stands by his charge that 40 veterans died waiting for care . But he says VA chief Shinseki should stay , to avoid upheaval of appointing a new secretary . American Legion calls for Shinseki 's resignation , wants to hear more from Obama . White House chief of staff says Obama is `` madder than hell '' about VA scandal .