We must ensure you do not lack the support you need to accomplish your mission.
It is very helpful that we have so many who have served, and so they can speak from experience about what is needed now.
Our adversaries only understand one thing, and that is strength.
I don't have to remind you of the strong opposition by many members of Congress to any funding for this purpose.
I hope you can discuss any recent developments.
I remain concerned about the funds this subcommittee provides.
We want to build interoperability, we want to build effective partnerships and allies.
Our presence in Kuwait has been critical to prosecute the current fight against ISIL.
We really need to do everything we can to make it faster and smoother.
We need to be always aware of the people that serve, and make sure they have the equipment also.
I think Haiti is still a challenge. I think it is one we need to have a commitment to working on.