Chuck Hagel: “This is a defining budget that will begin adapting and reshaping our defense enterprise for years to come.”

Our nuclear deterrent plays a critical role in assuring U.S. national security.

I don't believe so, because there will be a question of trust and confidence in the panel, the makeup, if it's not transparent.

There's a perception that it is the military's responsibility to fix the problem. Problems are not fixed by militaries.

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.