Daniel R. Russel: “I categorically reject the assumptions that underlie your question, Congressman.”

Our strategy is based on deterrence, on diplomacy, and on pressure.

We deter North Korea through a strong defensive military posture rooted in our alliances with South Korea and Japan.

The President was able to point out that the United States will not compromise with our security or with the security of our allies.

We entirely agree. And I think that as frustrated and unhappy as all of us are at North Korea's ability to continue to develop its missile and its nuclear programs, the scorecard of the administration shows very significant successes in…