In light of the enduring and rapidly evolving threats to our space capabilities, we need to continue to improve operational responsiveness and resiliency across all space mission areas, including launch, to provide overall space mission…

we must take the necessary steps to protect and defend the important assets deployed in space.

The Department of Defense is required by statute and policy to launch National Security Space (NSS) payloads on U.S.-manufactured launch vehicles...

There is scant evidence that anybody is looking for a war in space.

DOD is complying with the referenced requirements of section 813 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2017.

Russia and China are continuing to pursue a full range of anti-satellite weapons that are designed to reduce U.S. military effectiveness.

Both will continue to pursue a full range of antisatellite weapons as a means to reduce U.S. military effectiveness.

over the weekend I heard a story I wanted to share with everyone here today. The story goes that there were three candles burning on a porch right across the street from the Cornwell Funeral Home in Dardanelle, AR--my hometown, just a…

Look, I think when you receive a report that is so clear, and a recommendation by someone like the deputy attorney general, you have no choice but to act.

I come from Darnel, Arkansas, where $18,000 makes me a millionaire.

The evidence is overwhelming that far more important factors are inadequate public education, under-resourced or unsafe neighborhoods, and discrimination in employment, pay, or promotion.

Our planning process does not devote all that much time to the individual soldiers and their needs.

For years, our rivals have been developing new tactics, new small arms, and new body armor.

I think we would all agree the most precious thing in our arsenal is the lives of our troops.

I would like to talk a little bit about S. 681, the Deborah Sampson Act, which I am proud to cosponsor with Senator Tester and many other Members of the Committee.

Thank you, Senator Isakson and Senator Tester for having this very important hearing. There are so many good initiatives that we are talking about today. As we all know, supporting our Nation's veterans is one of the most important…

I think it is something that this Congress should address, and it is something that we need to address

I rise to pay tribute to law enforcement officers from Arkansas and all across the country who are called to serve and to protect. I am grateful for their dedication and commitment because it takes a very special person to put his life on…