William M. ``Mac'' Thornberry: “I am pleased to yield 2 minutes to the gentleman from Texas (Mr. Poe), my friend and colleague.”

If China is indeed the pacing threat, then part of the responsibility of this committee is think about the personnel and equipment and training that is needed.

I have no further requests for this en bloc package. I urge its support, and I yield back the balance of my time.

I think it is one of the defining characteristics of our time that we face so many diverse national security threats and challenges all at the same time.

I am pleased to yield 2 minutes to the distinguished gentlewoman from Missouri (Mrs. Hartzler).