On the recordNovember 14, 2023
Yes, Mr. Chairman, Representative Jacobs, the whole point is if the adversary believes that our system no longer functions, then they don't need to try to wipe it out at the beginning of a conflict.
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Kyl explains the importance of maintaining a credible deterrent system to prevent adversaries from attacking.
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