William M. ``Mac'' Thornberry: “The Nation's strategic deterrent is the foundation upon which all our defense efforts are built.”

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

I believe that we have to be clear-eyed about the threat that emanates from North Korea, not only against us, but our allies.