William M. ``Mac'' Thornberry: “I claim the time in opposition. The Acting CHAIR (Ms. Foxx). The gentleman from Texas is recognized for 5 minutes.”

I am prepared to close, and I reserve the balance of my time. Mr. McADAMS. Mr. Speaker, explosive nuclear testing is not necessary to ensure that our stockpile remains safe, and nothing in this amendment would change that. Explosive…

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 have no further speakers at this time, and I reserve the balance of my time.

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.