Leon Panetta

I intend to ensure the DOD financial statements are audited as soon as possible.

The protection of the United States against a ballistic missile attack remains a vital security priority.

the United States remains committed to a robust forward presence in Asia.

I share your concern about the increased violence levels in Mexico and the threats posed by transnational criminal organizations (TCOs) operating there.

The Department's goal is to provide schools that will best showcase a 21st century education.

We are very concerned about Iran and the weapons they are providing to extremist in Iraq.

We need to examine all aspects of compensation in a manner that recognizes the unique nature of military life and the need to attract and retain needed personnel.

I believe very strongly that the President has the constitutional power as Commander in Chief to take steps that he believes are necessary to protect this country and protect our national interests.

Our military is performing better today than at any time in our history.

I am committed to the sustainment of a safe, secure, and effective nuclear deterrent, and I support the administration's plan for modernization and sustainment as laid out in the Report to Congress pursuant to section 1251 of the National…

The ability of these other countries to develop trade with us, to develop their economies creates greater stability within those countries.

I share his concerns about the possibility of hollowing out our force. I think that would be a terrible mistake.

It is in the interest of both countries to have a trusting relationship because terrorism is an enemy not just for the United States. It is an enemy for Pakistan.

We have seen no evidence that they are truly interested in reconciliation.

We support about 1.4 million jobs a year that are created through the Department of the Interior.

That mission is to protect the natural resources of America and to protect the heritage of this country.

We have tried to put a spotlight on the issues of climate change.

The glaciers will no longer be there at Glacier National Park by the time that we get to 2020.

There's Leon Panetta, CIA chief; his agency debriefed the bomber's father. The question is what happened to that intelligence after those briefings?

Yes. President Obama's strategy--as laid out in his West Point address on December 1, 2009--focuses on the core goal, which is to disrupt, dismantle, and defeat al Qaeda and its affiliates.

A letter published on the Web site of a House Democrat reveals CIA Director Leon Panetta recently testified to Congress that the agency concealed information and has repeatedly misled lawmakers since 2001.

We've been through a rough period. When the Congress and the CIA don't feel like they're partners in this effort, then frankly, it hurts both, and more importantly, it hurts this country.

You know, we have been through a rough period. When the Congress and CIA don't feel like they're partners in this effort, then, frankly, it hurts both, and, more importantly, it hurts this country.

The agency misled her. He calls her claims a distraction.

Let me be clear. It is not our policy or practice to mislead Congress. That is against our laws and our values.