If sequestration continues, the Air Force will not be able to support the current defense strategy.
Jim Inhofe
The Public Record
James Mountain Inhofe is a former United States Senator from Oklahoma, serving from 1994 to 2021. A member of the Republican Party, Inhofe is known for his strong conservative views, particularly on issues related to national defense and environmental policy. He gained notoriety for his skepticism regarding climate change, famously calling it a hoax. Throughout his tenure, he held significant positions, including Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee and the Senate Environment and Public Works Committee.
The tide of war isn't receding. It's America's leadership, trust in American security partners, and our ability to protect this country that's receding.
A future BRAC is essential to identify and divest excess Army infrastructure as the Army reduces its force structure.
Yes, I am very concerned that the BCA's spending caps create the long-term conditions of a hollow force.
The abrupt and arbitrary nature of sequestration drives the Air Force into a 'ready force today' versus a 'modern force tomorrow' dilemma.
I think about peace obtained through strength. We know that Ronald Reagan's probably rolling over in his grave right now, seeing what's happened to the military strength of this country.
DOD must reduce strategic nuclear forces to comply with the central limits agreed to in the New START treaty by February 5, 2018.
the American people are not hearing your warnings and do not believe your message because thus far your warnings have been abstract and fail to define the consequences to our safety and security.
The Army and the Marine Corps were forced to forgo critical OCO funding for fiscal year 2013 reset.
the replacement for our aging nuclear ballistic missile submarines has been delayed by 2 years.





