Peter Visclosky: “But I think, again, it draws attention to the fact that we should be very closely monitoring the department as far as…”

It is clear that they seek to increase their influence in the region and, indeed, the world.

The 2018 National Defense Strategy emphasizes the threats posed by, quote, great powers and specifically highlights Russia and China as the greatest threats to our interests.

I thank the chairwoman for yielding. I would like to begin by expressing my appreciation to Ranking Member Calvert. Mr. Calvert continues to be a tremendous partner in this process, and he is a joy to work with. I would also like to…

I do have requests for time, but no one is here, so I reserve the balance of my time at this moment.