Richard Shelby actually said...

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

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

"I am concerned about this--what this communicates to both our allies and our adversaries."

"I remain concerned that the Air Force budget request is insufficient considering the needed modernization across the inventory with a rapidly evolving threat."