On the recordJune 16, 2010
This $14 billion is not nearly sufficient to develop and acquire a next-generation bomber, a follow-on ICBM, a follow-on air-launched cruise missile, and a conventional prompt global strike capability.
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congress.govThis $14 billion is not nearly sufficient to develop and acquire a next-generation bomber, a follow-on ICBM, a follow-on air-launched cruise missile, and a conventional prompt global strike capability.
Senator Thune critiques the budget for insufficient funding for next-gen military capabilities.
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