Mike Pence: “America is about to go to war. One of the fundamental principles of war is that before we project force, we secure our…”

“America is about to go to war. One of the fundamental principles of war is that before we project force, we secure our base of operations and supply lines. In July of this year, the House of Representatives labored mightily for hours and days and weeks to craft legislation creating a new Department of Homeland Security. We passed legislation to secure our base and ensure lines of communication between those who ensure our domestic tranquility. As we prepare to engage an enemy capable of attacking our Nation and our homeland, I rise today to urge my colleagues in the other body to act. This Congress must not adjourn before the elections until we create a Department of Homeland Security, and prepare this Nation for the realities and the dangers that lie ahead.”