The world is complex--is a complex and dangerous place, and we all know that you understand the magnitude of the challenges that we face from our near-peer adversaries, who seek to undermine the U.S.'s position as a world leader and dominant military power.
Shelby highlights the global challenges posed by adversaries like China and Russia.
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