Given the significant increase to the risk to our national security from the cuts to military personnel end strength and force structure, why do you believe a $487 billion reduction is acceptable to incur?
John McCain: “Given the significant increase to the risk to our national security from the cuts to military personnel end strength and…”
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McCain questions the acceptability of defense budget cuts amid rising security risks.
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