Saxby Chambliss actually said...

General Welsh, will Congress receive a formal, legislative request for relief?

If reductions in funding are permanent, the Marine Corps would not be able to provide the capabilities that the Nation requires and expects.

The possibility of sequestration along with the year-long CR will severely affect our ability to conduct maintenance in the coming year.

You stated the mission of DOD is to 'deter adversaries and assure allies.'