Would you agree with that, Mr. Secretary? And also, General. Senator, no doubt our nuclear triad is the silent foundation of our entire deterrent effect. And that's why This budget fully funds all three legs of the triad and make sure we're leaning forward in ensuring we have the most capable nuclear deterrent possible. General. Sir, I'd agree with that, sir. Right. It is. It is the bedrock on which all our conventional forces reside. (1:08:23–1:08:33)
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Asserts that the current budget fully funds the nuclear triad to maintain a strong deterrent.
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