In a phrase, 'exceptionally grave,' and that is for two reasons. First of all, they might use them. But second, their having them is likely to stimulate yet others to get them.
The United States has a longstanding national interest in preserving the freedom of navigation, and in the peaceful sett...
If confirmed, I will direct the Department to carefully review and evaluate the Commission's recommendations to ensure t...
If confirmed, I would, in close consultation with our senior military leaders, provide the President with my best strate...
I do think it is important, and I don't think there is any inherent conflict between religious freedom and religious exp...
They have really come through for us.
I am concerned that recent Chinese actions... has raised regional tensions and complicated efforts to peacefully manage ...
Congress has set a clear standard for the Secretary of Defense, and I will follow it faithfully if confirmed.
I am committed to ensuring the Department is vigilant in guarding its servicemembers against unfair and predatory lendin...
The administration can assist Taiwan by evaluating the projected threat from China, consulting closely with Congress, an...
I am firmly committed to maintaining Taiwan's self-defense capability, consistent with our one-China policy.