William M. ``Mac'' Thornberry: “I thank both gentlemen, Mr. Chairman. I yield back the balance of my time. The Acting CHAIR. The question is on the…”

I support the National Defense Strategy. I completely agree--and I think it makes sense to put greater emphasis on great power competition.

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 never imagined myself one to quote Lindsey Graham, but when he said, you may be tired of fighting ISIS, but ISIS is not tired of fighting you.

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.