Our ends with respect to ISIL needs to be its lasting defeat.

I strongly incline toward opening them all to women, but I am also respectful of the circumstances and of professional military judgment in this regard.

I think deterrence requires that a potential aggressor know that you have the capability to respond.

If confirmed, I will direct the Department to carefully review and evaluate the Commission's recommendations to ensure they sustain the All-Volunteer Force, provide the benefits to our servicemembers that are required, and achieve fiscal…

I am firmly committed to maintaining Taiwan's self-defense capability, consistent with our one-China policy.

I reject the notion that Russia should be afforded a 'sphere of influence.'

In response to Russia's violation of the INF Treaty, the United States should consider a comprehensive strategy of diplomatic, economic, and military responses.

I am committed to ensuring the Department is vigilant in guarding its servicemembers against unfair and predatory lending practices.

I will ensure that DOD continues to work with Taiwan as develops its requirements to determine what support the Department could provide.

I very much incline in that direction, Mr. Chairman, because I think we need to support the Ukrainians in defending themselves.

I am honored by his trust and confidence, and also by the prospect of serving once again the troops and the country that I love so much.

An important purpose of our posture is also to assure our friends and partners, such as Japan, Korea, and Singapore, that the United States is fully committed to the security of the Asia-Pacific region.