On the recordJune 16, 2010
The United States missile defense system would be employed to defend the United States against limited missile launches and defend its deployed forces.
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congress.govThe United States missile defense system would be employed to defend the United States against limited missile launches and defend its deployed forces.
McCain emphasizes the purpose of the U.S. missile defense system.
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