Jon Tester: “I don't understand why it was cut, because we've got cities and towns across this country, rural and urban, I believe…”

I think it is a very important piece of legislation.

I think we need to take these things seriously. I think the president and I think, more importantly, the military are taking it very, very seriously.

No, I don't think so. I think you just got to make sure you know what you're doing, what you stand for and what you've accomplished.

Thank you, Mr. Chairman. I appreciate the flexibility.