John McCain actually said...

"I intend to embark, with, hopefully, the participation of every member of the committee, on extensive examination of our force structure."

"the services themselves will figure out how to solve operational challenges. They need that breadth of capability and capacity to do the experimentation."

"I would suggest that the President try to reposture American forces farther forward, particularly in the Pacific, particularly in the South Pacific, but also in Europe, in the Middle East."

"In this rapidly changing environment, U.S. military superiority is not a given; maintaining the operational and technological edge of our armed forces requires sustained and targeted investment."