You all know my number one priority is our troops, especially our junior enlisted, E-1 through E-6. They are the most precious, they are the most potent, and they are the most powerful weapon system that we have.
Garcia emphasizes the importance of junior enlisted troops as vital to military strength.
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The mission statement of the Department of Justice is: 'to uphold the rule of law, to keep our country safe, and to protect civil rights.'
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It is not the lack of money. I respect the $37 billion investment request here. If I was in charge, I would give you more. But it is the policies that are broken.
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