Susan Collins actually said...

"I'm less confident that this budget does the same for soldiers serving in the combat arms and low-density, high-demand units such as aviation and special forces."

"The need for recapitalizing the Coast Guard's fleet is more and more evident."

"I am appalled that the Administration's new request for the Coast Guard is even worse."

"That trend is unacceptable and highlights the importance of investing in the Coast Guard modernization effort."