"This crisis has again underlined the importance of our deterrent."
"The recent North Korean crisis demonstrated the importance of our deterrent."
"As the New START treaty is implemented, Air Force missile wings would like some flexibilities in determining which silos to shut down."
"I look forward to working with the ranking member."
"U.S. extended deterrence is playing a central role in reinforcing security and stability on the Korean Peninsula."
"The Air Force nuclear enterprise, sir, remains safe, secure, and effective."
"I did not want to leave the Navy with the impression that they either were forgotten or they were doing a perfect job."
"whiskey is for drinking, water is for fighting over."
"It's all the more important that we maintain a balanced triad."
"Sequestration has significantly affected training for B-52 Combat Mission Ready (CMR) crews."
"With the B61 life extension, we need both the weapons and the bombers."