Chuck Hagel

I will make that commitment to do everything I can to first understand the specifics, which I don't know all the details.

The President has stated, and I agree, that the scope of the international mission in Afghanistan after 2014 should focus on two primary objectives: first, to deny safe haven to al Qaeda and its affiliates; and second, to train, advise…

Our relationships with these allies and partners remain extraordinarily strong.

I do know that Iran is not exactly a model democracy and it has not been.

I support the current administration approach, in which DOD has the responsibility to defend, deter, and, when directed by the President, take action to defend the United States, its allies, and its interests in cyberspace as in all…

We must always take care of our people.

I am committed completely to modernizing our Navy and everything it includes and will require.

I was one of some Republican Senators who did not want that vote to go forward.

I understand the Department has undertaken a series of 'Better Buying Power' initiatives.

I strongly believe all Americans should be able to serve in our Armed Forces to their maximum abilities.

You have just defined President Obama's strategy on Iran, which I firmly support, strongly support.

I think the next few years are going to be as defining and as important in this country truly as any few years post-World War II.

I believe it is in the long-term energy security interests of the United States to promote a commercially viable biofuels industry.

I have been informed that the Navy has met approximately 60 percent of the combatant commanders' total attack submarine requirements.

You have my commitment to do everything I can about that.

If confirmed, I expect we will continue to recognize their service and achievements based on the contributions they make toward mission accomplishment.

We do not favor containment. That is the President's position, and that was my position.

I will always give the President my most honest and informed opinion about all necessary requirements for America's national security.

The Taiwan Relations Act provides that the United States 'will make available to Taiwan such defense articles and defense services in such quantity as may be necessary to enable Taiwan to maintain a sufficient self-defense capability.'

I am committed to do that. I will do it.

I will work tirelessly to resolve that issue holding all commanders fully accountable.

I strongly support the National Guard and Reserves.

My support of Israel's security is and always has been very clear. I strongly support Israel.

I agree with the Defense Department's new strategy and move to rebalance to the Asia-Pacific region while maintaining focus on challenges in the Middle East.

Compliance with legal obligations is central to the effectiveness of arms control treaties, and concerns about non-compliance must be addressed.