On the recordJanuary 31, 2012
Mr. Speaker, last Thursday, the President's plans were revealed to cut almost 80,000 army troops and 20,000 marines. This action will weaken our military's ability to protect us from increasing global threats. This decision is another prime example of how the President and his administration continue to put American families at risk. Throughout our history, we have learned the consequences of downsizing our military, leading to surprise attacks. I look forward to working with House Armed Services Committee Chairman Buck McKeon to stop the execution of these drastic cuts which will decimate our military capabilities and threaten the security of America's servicemembers. I would also like to offer my sympathy to the family of Aiken Public Safety Master Corporal Sandra Rogers, who sacrificed her life while on duty Saturday. In conclusion, God bless our troops and we will never forget September the 11th in the global war on terrorism. ____________________
