The decision to develop and deploy a national missile defense against strategic missiles has been made.

In passing H.J. Res. 114, Congress specifically authorized the President to 'use the Armed Forces of the United States in order to--(1) defend the national security of the United States against the continuing threat posed by Iraq; and (2)…

The MV-22 remains our number one aviation acquisition priority.

General Jumper, attempts in the past to artificially keep two defense companies in a particular sector of the defense market for the sake of competition has not produced competition at all.

How have you been able to do this without leasing?

Each time that we have debated it, those who have felt that we need to move forward with a missile defense have prevailed in the debate.

what is the projected pay raise for general and flag officers?

The significant number of Reserve personnel activated since September 11 clearly validates your comments.

General Jumper, there have been reports in the press regarding an Air Force policy which authorizes Air Force pilots to take amphetamines called 'go pills' as a 'fatigue-management tool.'

last year, I supported a legislative proposal with my friend Senator Max Cleland, which called for an increase in end strength based on your personnel requirements.

I am impressed that you have been able to accelerate development and construction of Littoral Combat Ships in this year's budget.