She gets stuff done.

Thank you so very much, Chairman Chabot. And likewise, a good and extraordinarily effective friend.

We are very lucky to have General Secretary Stoltenberg at the helm during this time.

It requires courage.

So this will be tough. But as so often is the case, our men and women in uniform show us the way.

The United States is investing in the next generation of leaders.

We have recommitted to the importance of this vision.

My administration—[laughter]—we're in a different place today.

The United States was once a leader in infrastructure, and my Administration is dedicated to restoring this legacy.

Joe is a proven leader of our joint force, including our troops in Afghanistan, who he served Christmas dinner to.

I trust him. He's already proven his ability to give me his unvarnished military advice based on his experience on the ground.

Thank you, Madam Chair.

I am grateful they have chosen to take on these important roles, and I look forward to working with them in the months and years to come.

Our nation will be well-served by these individuals, and I look forward to working with them in the months and years to come.

This is a legacy of a man who could have retreated to a life of luxury and ease, but who chose to live a life in the arena.

The only way that we're going to be able to succeed in that task is if all of you step up.

I am confident that these outstanding individuals will greatly serve the American people in their new roles and I look forward to working with them in the months and years to come.

As long as I'm your President, I will make it my mission to make sure that America has your back, not just on one day or one weekend, but 365 days a year.