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So it should be no surprise to you that the Readiness Subcommittee continues to be alarmed with the state of naval readiness in the Pacific.

Since I have been here on the Armed Services Committee, they have always been very supportive of Guam.

I want to thank Admiral Harris for keeping an eye on Guam ever since you have been in your present position.

Considering our strategic importance, is Guam adequately defended from theater missile threats?

The people of Guam are proud to host the continued bomber presence and one leg of the nuclear triad.

I am concerned regarding the U.S.

And I yield back, Mr. Chairman.

I hope that we can continue our positive dialogue and work on a solution that supports American jobs and our readiness in the region.

I appreciate your comments during this hearing and your leadership in ensuring adequate ship repair capabilities, especially in the Pacific.

Mr. Secretary, I strongly support the national strategy's intent to keep our forces forward deployed.

Without question, I think my colleagues would agree that the U.S. Navy is the most powerful fleet in the world.

Actions speak louder than words, and we must ensure that the recommendations included in these reviews are promptly considered and acted upon.

I certainly support eliminating the CR.

It is clear that better coordination is required by the Navy and the Marine Corps to ensure this critical warfighting and skill is restored to a readiness level.

Thank you very much, Mr. Chairman.

I do look forward to discussing the challenges that are impeding amphibious training and the mitigations and long-term solutions to build and sustain readiness in the Marine Corps and the Navy.

I thank the chairman very much and appreciate his great support and look forward to continuing to work with him on the implementation of this provision and to address future workforce needs on Guam in support of the military realignment.

Thank you for making the trip to Washington. We appreciate it.