The Navy has used commercial aerial refueling tankers for over 20 years to supplement their refueling needs for Navy and Marine Corps training exercises that cannot met by the Air Force.

Readiness is the backbone to the Department's ability to project power and keep the Homeland safe;

Please keep us informed on the progress that is being made.

The issue is for us the munitions that we're providing to Ukraine.

I believe that the industrial base is given clear objectives, understanding what the procurement process is going to involve in the long term.

To me, that's deeply concerning.

We really shouldn't be shocked that the CCP had taken the brazen effort to fly a spy balloon over the United States.

I think the speed of relevance is critical today.

Well, thank you, Mr. Chairman.

I hope that that's reflected in your decision.

I hope, as you look at that, that you not only look at the re-engining cost but also the lifecycle cost.