Robert C. Byrd: “These programs, particularly the fossil energy programs, are the linchpin to ensuring our Nation's energy security.”

Yet, there appears to be a growing drum beat of opinion that Congress has no choice but to undertake a complete overhaul of intelligence in the few weeks remaining in the session.

Why has it taken nearly 2 years of fighting in Iraq before the Pentagon asked for armor for all of these supply vehicles?

I believe it was September 14, 2001, resolution might be used by the administration as a premise to attack Syria and/or Iran.

I thank you for holding these hearings on the 9/11 Commission's recommendations for intelligence reform.