Harry Truman: “If I were to approve H.R. 5508, I believe my action would defeat both these basic purposes.”

The people of the United States have a very great asset in this force.

I wouldn't take any, now. It's a little late.

I do not. General MacArthur is in the Army, and on active duty, and if he has anything that is of use to the Defense Department, he ought to tell them so they can make use of it.

I feel the Committee has done a thorough job of investigation and I wish to call your attention to these suggestions, some of which, I am sure, would be helpful.