Ken Calvert: “I won't take the 2 minutes. I just want to let the gentleman know I am prepared to accept the amendment, and I encourage…”

We need to get a good replacement there as quickly as possible.

Talking is one thing. We’ll see if he actually does it.

Our interests are energetics that go into explosion devices. A big part of that is the BioMADE industry.

However, I must oppose this bill which abandons our allies, damages our military readiness, and promotes divisive policies that undermine morale. I come from a defense-dependent State. I understand the importance of the investments we make…