Ronald Reagan actually said...

The power to remove them prior to the expiration of their terms, therefore, is vested exclusively in the President.

Despite the above concerns, I believe that this legislation as a whole represents a positive step toward strengthening our national defense.

I have sought their repeal since I assumed office.

My approval today of S. 991 is not to be construed as my acquiescence in section 405(b) of the bill.