Thanks, Mr. Chair.
The readiness of our Armed Forces, and, ultimately, our Nation's security, depends on it.
The NDS [National Defense Strategy] addresses this to some degree, sir.
I think we all took a step forward on the readiness issue by the passage of the Bipartisan Budget Act of 2018.
Secretary Mattis has been warning us, as have all of you, about the problems of CRs [continuing resolutions] for years.
I firmly believe that family readiness, and specifically military spouse unemployment, is a military readiness issue.
A high-quality military and civilian workforce must appeal to this Nation's best and brightest young people.
It's crucial that we invest in our military personnel.
Yes, private student loans should be subject to bankruptcy laws.
A loan for a yacht, and a loan for a vacation home.
Canceling these loans would be a hand-out to the wealthy.