Kit Bond: “I am concerned, and I know some of my colleagues are concerned that--a question was raised earlier about does this money…”

I believe strongly we take for granted our defense base will always be there, maintaining capacity and innovation to keep the United States and our warfighters second to none.

You'll also be responsible for recommending policies to promote economy, efficiency and effectiveness of the agency.

I would humbly suggest that you put more, not less, in the force structure for the Guard, which is a bargain for our military defense.

I pledge to dedicate my skills and energy to strengthen our diplomatic and economic ties to Trinidad and Tobago to advance U.S. interests in the world and to promote American democratic values.