Ashton Carter actually said...

I believe it is important that the United States continue its close collaboration with other governments to stop the flow of foreign fighter...

If confirmed, I will work closely with Congress to ensure that DMDC has the necessary resources to execute its mission.

What is particularly tragic is that sequestration is not a result of an economic emergency or a recession.

We want them to continue to be isolated as a military and limited in terms of the kinds of equipment and materials they are able to get.