Madeleine Bordallo actually said...

Certainly, in my conversations with General Mattis, he is particularly aware of the strategic importance, as well the President is aware.

It is my hope that the rhetoric and the actions of the Department of Defense will signal consistency.

I am a strong supporter of modernizing our bomber force, which is a key component to both deterrence and engaging in current conflicts.

It is clear that our deterrent capabilities are as important as ever as we continue to see threats proliferate across the globe.