Chuck Hagel: “I would echo what the Chairman said. In addition, I would just tell you, this committee, that I am committed to working…”

Iraq's continued political progress toward a more inclusive and representative government and its programs of reform and reconciliation will be critical to achieve the progress required.

This is so unpredictable. And we've never seen anything quite like this in our lifetime, so there is no playbook here.

Planning for climate change is not some frivolous waste of time, a waste of money. It is essential to our troops and to their wellbeing, and the national security of this country.

I think the GOP is in a lot of trouble. And I do think an encouraging sign, I think the strong control that Mr. Trump has exercised over the Republican Party is dwindling.