We will assure that every military man and woman and their families are given exactly the same opportunities and rights as each other and all members of the Armed Forces.

I think our energy budget, I don't know the exact number, but it's probably around $18 billion a year.

I said it, and I don't remember the context or when I said it.

As long as there is the threat of nuclear weapons... we have to maintain a safe, secure, and effective nuclear arsenal to deter any adversaries.

I think within that realm certainly the kind of money that we spend, as you've noted, on fuel, that should include some not only sense of that, but are there things that we can be doing with our research and technology in DOD, why wouldn't…

On STRATCOM, I think STRATCOM is vitally important to the future of this country.

I said in my opening statement I am grateful and honored by that trust and confidence, and I will do everything in my power never to do anything that would disabuse that confidence and trust for this country.

I would commit to fulfilling any treaty obligations and any commitments to Congress and any consultations that Congress needs to be part of, absolutely.

The Pentagon is working off the Defense Authorization Act of 2013, which this committee passed.

If I am confirmed, Senator, I will be a strong, have to be a strong advocate for the Defense Department.

I think what you were pointing out is that ultimately what matters is what the President believes.

The Department should support diplomatic and intelligence efforts to inhibit the activities of Iranian proxy and terrorist groups.

The achievement of a full, frank, and just acknowledgement of the facts of what occurred in 1915 is in all of our interests.

A prudent manager has to look at all options when faced with significant budget pressure.

If confirmed, I will work with State Department and USAID in conducting the required risk assessment of contingency contracting from not just a legal perspective but also from the perspective of our long-term capability needs.

If confirmed, I will assess the strike fighter capability mix, the progress of the F-35, and the state of the F/A-18 production line to determine if a gap exists and evaluate the options to address it for feasibility and affordability.

If confirmed, I will ensure the Department actively supports foreign military sales of U.S.

I applaud Congress' efforts to support families through the passage of the Honoring America's Veterans and Caring for Camp Lejeune Families Act of 2012.