I think it's important to say as others have that we certainly want to support the needs of our men and women in uniform, both here and abroad.

But at least we would know what the parameters are, not just by the total amount of money, but also by where it might be spent.

I asked this question after a constituent called my office to complain that his son was conducting house to house searches in Iraq and still wearing kevlar.

Well, it could be training, as well.

I must admit I'm greatly concerned.

I now hear that the 1057th Transportation Company, part of the 37th Theater Supply Command, is not outfitted with advanced body armor.

It is also a sobering experience for my colleagues and I to call the parents, the spouses of those who have been lost in Iraq or anywhere around the world.

I just want to make sure we're outraged by these incidents.

So we are aware of what is happening there when it is happening, in real time?

We must have these aircraft on alert. We must fly these irregular air patrols.

I'm a strong advocate of the missile defense system, and I've supported the Patriot advanced capability, PAC-3.

I think that's the concern that I would have.