John McCain actually said...

"What are the opportunities you envision to consolidate administrative and leadership functions of the various agencies or DOD enterprises?"

"What are your views about the importance of this issue and the need for legislation to address this problem?"

"I think it is clear from an operational perspective that the withdrawal of U.S. troops at this point makes no sense."

"I am grateful for his remarkable career of public service and his willingness to serve in this new and very important capacity."