The commitment to the B-21 is a commitment to the long-range viability of that capability for now into the future.
I am a strong supporter of modernizing our bomber force, which is a key component to both deterrence and engaging in current conflicts.
It is clear that our deterrent capabilities are as important as ever as we continue to see threats proliferate across the globe.
I want to see that we have everything we need, and that is a full-scale dry dock on Guam.
The BCA says that it is twice as expensive to not have a dry dock than to have one on Guam.
While I share some of the concerns that my colleagues are voicing about resource allocation in the fiscal year 2018 Navy budget proposal, I ...
Well, I am concerned because of threats. You know, we certainly have been threatened in our area.
I don't accept it as a new normal, Congresswoman. I think, candidly, failure to pass a budget... constitutes professional malpractice.
she is looking forward to seeing the Marine realignment to Guam continue forward without delay.
I would also like to note my appreciation that each component of the Air Force is represented today.
Thank you very much, Mr. Chairman. And thank you to the witnesses for being here this afternoon.
However, the Air Force is unique in that the demand for its units has increased in recent years while the service has shrank.
While some challenges, such as critical skills shortages, affect each component, they do so differently.
We need strong relationships and a strong military, but a whole-of-government approach in a coherent strategy is essential.
It is only through strong partnerships, international rule of law, and strength that we can deter aggressive and autocratic behavior that th...
Pivoting inward is not an option.
We believe very strongly that Congress needs to come forward and lead a national debate on these issues.
We are the indispensable nation, and it would be terrible to pretend otherwise.
