Ken Calvert: “the allocation that the administration has come up with for our defense budget is not adequate.”

I urge adoption of the package, and I yield back the balance of my time.

I’m not personalizing it. I’m just pointing out somebody’s record.

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…

I thank the gentleman for his comments. I urge adoption of the package, and I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the amendments en bloc offered by the gentleman from California (Mr. Calvert). The en…