The fact of the matter is that short-term budgeting has got to be an obstacle that is preventable.

Certainty and predictability are absolutely essential for the success of our military.

The fact of the matter, that which opened the door for them to walk away was us not honoring the obligation.

Chances are pretty high we are going to live in that purgatory for a lot longer than we are comfortable.

Thank you, Mr. Chairman.

Do you think it's in our national security interest to counter the Iranian aggression throughout the Mid-East?

I think South Carolina is the epicenter of training and readiness of our military.

To ensure American dominance in all areas, we must innovate faster and bring new capabilities like hypersonic weapons, directed energy, and advanced unmanned aircraft to the field sooner.

We will, with today's defensive systems, not see these things coming.

Is there any credible opposition to Assad left in Syria?

Is Iran helping Assad?

Is Russia helping Assad?

It is no secret that our nation and our military are facing competition from both Russia and China.

If, after saying that, he doesn't pay a big price, America will pay a big price.

The only thing worse than war is losing a war.

Do you think we have a credible plan to detain these people?

What does it mean for Jordan?

Thank you for your clarity and your honesty.