William M. ``Mac'' Thornberry: “I am pleased to yield 2 minutes to the distinguished gentlewoman from Missouri (Mrs. Hartzler).”

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

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.

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