Jim Cooper: “I certainly second your strong objection to sequestration for the defense budget.”

I request the witnesses keep their opening remarks to no more than 5 minutes, and that members respect the same time limit for their questioning.

I thank the gentleman. I appreciate his kind words about me and do any other members have questions they would like to bring up now?

The gentleman's time has expired.

How is the administration thinking about arms control and strategic stability following Russia's invasion of Ukraine?