Ashton Carter actually said...

I can't support, and won't support, is anything that moves towards instability.

Carter expresses opposition to budget cuts that could destabilize defense.

09/21/2016

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Well, every day that the White House dithers about this, more equipment is pouring in for what I presume is going to be a renewed offensive ...

Passing the proposed AUMF will demonstrate to our personnel that their government stands behind them.

I believe the President's proposed AUMF does both. And I urge this Congress to pass it.

I urge you to pass the President's AUMF because it provides the necessary authority and flexibility to wage our current campaign.