Jack Reed actually said...

Fortunately, we find ourselves in a moment of budget stability, having passed an agreement in February.

We cannot afford to stand still in this area when our adversaries have been investing in their nuclear forces for the last 2 decades.

I continue to be concerned with the availability of aircraft and the preparedness of our airmen.

Despite recent reforms, lasting change will require your leadership and vision to sustain a whole-of-the-government approach.