Silvestre Reyes: “The main problems with the F-22 were human failures of judgment and not technical failures.”

I think we ought to take the stand that if you are not going to help us in these areas of the world that are critical, not just to us but to the whole world, then we stick with the original strategy and bring them home.

I want to express how much the subcommittee appreciates the contribution of the Guard and Reserve Components and want to recognize that they are maintained at a fraction of the cost of the regular military.

My legislation would expand the caregiver program to include not just serious injuries, but would also cover those who incurred or aggravated serious illnesses as well.

The fact that there are nearly 950 suicide attempts per month by our brave men and woman who have served this country is more than just a problem. It is a crisis.