the wrong weapon in the wrong hands is something that we should all be deeply concerned about.

It appears to me that he has gone rogue and I don't say that lightly.

Several years ago, as you might be aware, a young man named Elijah McClain died in Colorado...

it's not acceptable for law enforcement to administer--EMS personnel to be administering ketamine to subdue a person under arrest outside of a hospital setting.

If so, what barriers are in the way that prevent you from executing to 100% of the requirement, especially considering costs are only anticipated to grow?

I think we look forward to having further conversations with you about it.

Is this your maximum executable rate?

This recognition of the importance of space as a warfighting domain is long overdue and is vital to the future readiness of the joint force.

I ask unanimous consent to complete my remarks. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Also without objection, it is so ordered.

this is a time where making sure we protect the taxpayers' dollar, we can make it easier and more efficient for small businesses

I wanted to come to the floor today to share a few words about Regina Rodriguez, President Biden's nominee for the U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado. Gina's nomination comes to this floor with broad, well-earned support…

I am committed to working with the chairman and the rest of the subcommittee to ensure that depot recapitalization is prioritized.

General Thompson, I have a question for you on Space Force. Can you describe to us the need for and the advantages of a Reserve Component for Space Force and what that would do for readiness?

Unfortunately, the budget request did not continue the progress made under the Trump administration to rebuild our military.

I look forward to seeing that report and helping to make sure that we do enter the next--this century and into the future with the best Reserve and Guard Component possible.

This committee has been focused on this balance of maintaining our older systems while fielding new ones.

The Biden administration has put us back on the right course, and is committed to putting the welfare of these children first.

I strongly believe that we must continue to invest in our military as our adversaries grow, especially China.