Chuck Hagel: “I absolutely support the continuation and the strengthening of our relationship with Israel.”

Our nuclear deterrent plays a critical role in assuring U.S. national security and it is DOD'S highest priority mission. No other capability we have is more important.

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.

The Chinese are watching this as relates to Taiwan, the Iranians, the North Koreans -- all countries are watching this, and watching the U.S. response to it, and the West response to it.

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.