The Committee will be watching the competitive bidding process closely and expect it to be conducted transparently.
I'm calling for a comprehensive audit of the DOD budget aimed at identifying the unnecessary, wasteful programs.
I have noticed too much of a tendency towards what might be called 'next-war-it-is,' the propensity of much of the defense establishment to ...
Has the F-22 flown a single combat sortie in the CENTCOM theater?
what can the United States do to convince some of our friends and allies to help solve this problem by taking some of the detainees who we h...
I believe I am uniquely suited to understand the importance of the need for U.S. air superiority to counter future perceived threats.
every 4 years, the DOD is required by law to conduct a QDR, a comprehensive review of the Nation's defense strategy, force structure, modern...
What is your assessment of the Active-Duty manpower needs for the Army and Marine Corps and will the 2010 budget support these numbers?
Secretary Gates, how do you suggest we come to a common conclusion with our NATO allies about how to address narcotics trafficking that by a...
Given China's rapid military modernization, please discuss the relevancy of the TRA today.
business as usual is no longer an option; the current and future fiscal environments facing the Department demand bold action.
Secretary Gates, will they increase troop levels? Revise national caveats?
is there a reason why we could not change the disability rating presumption for wounded warriors to a minimum of 30 percent.
Do you believe the DOD should assume this financial obligation as well?
I am concerned that each Service may grow beyond their capacity to provide adequate support for the new military personnel and their familie...
I am gratified by initiatives recently undertaken by the current Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Technology, and Logistics to he...
The President has stressed the need for a responsible redeployment of U.S. combat forces from Iraq.
is it clear to all parties that we may not be able to achieve our mutual goals in Afghanistan without going after the drug problem?
