Political Quotes

“Mr. Speaker, last month, at Fort Drum New York, surrounded by brave soldiers, I had the incredible opportunity to attend the signing of the John S. McCain National Defense Authorization Act, NDAA, by President Donald Trump, fulfilling promises made, promises kept. This critical legislation, thanks to the leadership of House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mac Thornberry, passed the House and Senate, bipartisan, in record time, becoming law before the start of the fiscal year for first time in 20 years. As Armed Services Readiness Subcommittee chairman, I appreciate that the NDAA begins and enhances training, spare parts, equipment, and weapons systems maintenance, promoting safety and effectiveness. The NDAA has an important part for South Carolina by promoting Fort Jackson and its role as the largest initial entry training facility of the U.S. Army, which is commanded by Brigadier General Milford Beagle. Also important are the missions of the Savannah River National Laboratory, which is a bipartisan effort by Congressman Jim Clyburn from South Carolina and a bistate effort by Congressman Rick Allen from Georgia. I am also grateful that Fort Gordon has been reinforced to continue as the U.S. Army Cyber Command headquarters. In conclusion, God bless our troops, and we will never forget September the 11th in the global war on terrorism. ____________________”