James Langevin actually said...

"the limited visibility into the cost and schedule for EPAA reflect the oversight challenges with the acquisition of missile defense capabilities that we have previously reported."

"I have, obviously, a long-standing interest in our missile defense program; and I certainly am cognizant of its complexities and the many technical challenges still yet to overcome."

"While I still have time, as you know, I have a long-standing interest in directed energy; and I am of the opinion that in the outyears we are going to need the capabilities of directed energy, that ki..."

"However, at the same time, I strongly understand the crucial importance of this program to our defense posture."