I was really disappointed when I found out in March that they have pulled the clean audit finding from the Marine Corps.

I think it is important that on the record we talk about the success that we have had.

I think what we have learned in Iraq and Afghanistan... has made it very difficult for us to really hold everyone accountable.

I want to associate myself with the remarks of the chairman about the weapon systems.

Those reports are essential to robust oversight.

I intend to do that.

I think people think an audit is like going to the dentist; you know, you know you've got do it, and it's going to be painful, and, when it's over, you're not sure that it really was worth it.

Opening Statement of Senator Claire McCaskill, Ranking Member

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