Although we will achieve the F-35, we will have to continue its modernization which, because of the manner in which the plane operates, the heavy reliance upon electronics, as you indicated, is a significant undertaking and its…

With regard to the fourth and fifth generation aircraft, do you believe policymakers in Congress should actually dedicate resources to upgrading our fourth and fifth generation aircraft to make sure that we can maintain our technological…

I think we have an agency problem with a lot of defense contractors who are supposed to protect American secrets.

I want to thank Chairman Turner for holding this hearing. You know, he is a true leader on the House Armed Services Committee.

the therapy dogs make a huge difference.

I want to thank Chairman Benishek for including my bipartisan bill, the Veterans Dog Training Therapy Act, in today's legislative hearing.

That is why I introduced the Veterans Dog Training Therapy Act with my colleague and good friend, Tim Walz.

22 veterans commit suicide every day.

I implore you don't wait on a study that we all know what it is going to say.

These veterans cannot wait any longer.

It is estimated that 22 current and former service members commit suicide each day. This is a tragedy that requires immediate action.