"Senator, you tell us that one of our biggest threats, greatest enemies, is Russia. Turns out, we read recently, that Russia spends about $80 billion a year on its military budget--$80 billion. Senator, aren't you increasing the Department of Defense budget by that amount this year and maybe again ne..."
"The Army is seeking $182.1 billion in its current request, which is an increase of about $5 billion over amounts appropriated for fiscal year 2018."
"With this budget request, the Army will continue to build readiness and counter threats posed by near-peer competitors while modernizing in order to face future threats."
"We hope to hear more about your priorities and work to improve medical readiness."
"Please describe your efforts to collaborate with the FBI, as well as what synergies exist..."
"The committee here supports the advancements that our military has made in treating our wounded."
"The National Defense Authorization Act for 2017 and 2018 contained a number of provisions that will transform the Military Health System."
"The Defense subcommittee will reconvene on Wednesday, May 9 at 10:00 a.m., to receive testimony from the Secretary of Defense and the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff."
"As you know our greatest military assets are our fighting forces."
"I am looking forward to working with Attorney General Sessions and all of my colleagues on the subcommittee in drafting a bill that funds the Department in an appropriate and sufficient manner."
"This committee is going to do its work."