Richard Shelby: “Do not get optimistic on that.”

Regrettably, this was all predictable and avoidable.

The Department of Navy has played and will continue to play a critical role in the defense of our Nation.

We have got to get our arms, one, around the inflation first, and then try to boost our defense capabilities in a dangerous world.

Because the administration has refused to fund the construction of a comprehensive barrier along the border, it has been compelled to send the National Guard to deal with the consequences.