Likewise, the Department of Defense is conducting a once in a generation modernization of our triad. Once in several generations, I would say, at the same time ensuring The existing triad of ICBM submarines and bombers can remain safe, secure and effective as the bedrock of our national defense deterrence policy with two near peer adversaries, Russia and China. I will want to know what issues you face in maintaining the existing delivery systems, many dating to the 60s, while like NSA, conducting a multi decade long modernization of our ICBMs, bombers and ballistic missile submarines. (01:41–01:59)
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Asserts that the current nuclear triad remains effective and is crucial for national defense against Russia and China.
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