John Thune: “This annual defense bill is critical to ensuring the United…”

“And I'm especially grateful for the work of our colleagues on the Armed Services Committee and for the leadership of Chairman Wicker on this year's bill. Mr. President, This annual defense bill is critical to ensuring the United States military is prepared for any threat that we face. and not just the threats that may come in the next year. It's about putting us on a path that will ensure our military can deter and, if necessary, defeat any threat that may arise in the future.” (00:29–00:35)

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