Kit Bond: “With a $12 trillion and growing deficit, we cannot continue to throw Federal funds at projects, willy-nilly.”

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.

The administration's decision is their decision, but if there is an implication that the intelligence committee should not be told honestly and frankly of advice that you give to the policymakers--whether it's accepted or not--that…

If confirmed as the next Inspector General, you'll have the weighty responsibility of ensuring the Director and Congressional Intelligence Committees are fully informed of any violations of the law or deficiencies in CIA programs.

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