Mazie K. Hirono: “Thank you. I just want to note that I think there is an echoing in here.”

As a nominee appearing before Congress, it is expected that you will answer questions to the best of your ability.

As we honor their service and sacrifice, I remain committed to doing everything in my power to bring an end to this war.

This illegal, five-month war with Iran has only exacerbated these concerns because of the expenditure of hundreds of offensive precision guided missiles and air-defense interceptors, leaving our arsenal dangerously depleted.

This lack of transparency undermines confidence that military families and the American people are receiving a complete and accurate accounting of the sacrifices made by those serving in uniform.