I had a conversation with a senior Russian involved in their information activities, and they made a comment that there would not be a market in the United States for RT if the American media was doing their job.

I respectfully urge the chairwoman and committee to support a level of funding that will adequately provide for our military and national defense.

Fellow Members of Congress, what an honor to be here.

I have heard testimony from each branch outlining the negative impacts of sequestration and the material effect it has had on each branch.

Thank you again for allowing me to testify before you. May God bless you, may God bless the United States of America and our military.

I encourage you to continue your support of the unique missions at Fort Jackson and across South Carolina.

The facts are clear, for too long we have asked our military to do too much with too few resources.

I am especially grateful to the chairwoman, ranking member, members of the subcommittee for advocating on behalf of our national security.

I am going to make the same request of the National Guard--our office will personally send them a letter commending them for their service to their country.

I am very grateful to represent the Savannah River Site, where multiple generations have been dedicated to promoting peace through strength by building our nuclear weapons capability.

Sunday afternoon, the University of South Carolina's women's basketball team clenched their third consecutive Southeastern Conference championship. The Gamecocks beat Mississippi State 59-49 in the SEC's women's basketball tournament title…

A robust increase in Corps--Army Corps flood projects would greatly benefit communities in Houston and along the Gulf Coast who live in constant fear when the next flood will strike.

Increasing funding to the Corps--Army Corps civil works operations and maintenance account is the only way to ensure that the Port of Houston is dredged to the authorized depth of 45 foot.

It is really inspiring to see how positive it is and look forward to working with Congressman Lujan, too.

Mr. Chairman, thank you, and with Ranking Member Kaptur, what an honor to be here with both of you.

In response to the growing frequency of catastrophic flooding in the Houston, Harris County, my colleagues, Congressman Al Green, Congressman John Culberson, and I, along with 100 other Members of Congress, introduced legislation last year…

I appreciate the dedicated efforts of the chairwoman, ranking members, and members of the committee.

Last night President Donald Trump spoke to a joint session of Congress and to the American people in a powerful and positive address. From day one, President Trump committed himself to fulfilling the promises he made to the American…

I urge the chairwoman and committee to support a level of funding that will adequately provide for the military and provide for our national defense.

Thank you, Madam Chair, and thank you, Madam Chair, for your leadership in providing such extraordinary witnesses today.

I am grateful for the leadership of Hubner Manufacturing's chief executive officer, Ron Paquette. He has made a real difference.

I appreciate your pointing out wellness screening preventive care, how helpful that is.

Thank you very much. Mr. Hurst, you provided a unique perspective with the different healthcare mandates that have been suggested, imposed, or mandated in Massachusetts.

As Congress looks at various ways to control affordability in health care, wellness programs and initiatives should be part of the discussion.

Earlier this month, President Donald Trump released a Presidential memorandum on the fiduciary duty rule, and I am grateful that President Trump has directed the Labor Secretary to thoroughly study this destructive rule. Under the Obama…