Thad Cochran actually said...

We need to put some kind authority in place for call-ups of title 10 forces for homeland emergencies.

We have an important duty to provide for the medical needs of our active, Guard, and Reserve personnel.

I commend President Obama for nominating him, and I look forward to working with him in this new capacity.

I am here to introduce to the committee the Honorable Ray Mabus, who has been nominated by the President to serve as Secretary of the Navy.