William M. ``Mac'' Thornberry: “May I inquire of the Chair whether the gentleman from Washington, the chairman, has any further speakers other than…”

I think that ought to alarm all of us who care about this institution and care about our ability to work together on behalf of the country's national security.

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

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.

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.