Mazie Hirono actually said...

"Relationships with allies in the Asia Pacific are important to our overall national security in that region."

"it's in America's interests to deepen our diplomacy in the Indo-Asia-Pacific region, while backing up peaceful resolution of disputes with undisputed, credible combat power."

"the majority of the changes have limited Joint Interagency Task Force (JIATF) West's ability to conduct operations and activities"

"A strong United States presence in the Indo-Asia-Pacific plays a significant role in promoting the security and stability of the region."