Kit Bond: “Thank you very much, Senator Leahy. We have got some questions on mercury as well, on a different problem.”

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.

We thought it was of significant historical value.

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.

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.