John McCain actually said...

"What cost estimate information do you think it is important for Congress to have when considering funding for major defense acquisition programs?"

"Mr. Kendall, in the context of traditional procurements, what are your views on items that are developed by industry without any Government funding?"

"I definitely see value in the development of a streamlined path for rapid acquisition."

"I hope to strengthen the discussion of cost risks in the budgetary and acquisition materials that the Department provides to Congress for major defense programs."