John McCain actually said...

The Army reported to the committee that they may need 42,000 to 43,000 additional soldiers, the Air Force 22,000 to 30,000 additional airmen, the Navy 10,000 additional sailors, and the Marine Corps an additional 5,000 marines.

Context

Highlighting the military's need for additional personnel across branches.

02/13/2003

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