Troy Meink: “The FY27 Department of the Air Force Budget request [is…”

“Opening statement. Thank you Mr. Chairman. Appreciate it. Ranking Member McCollum, distinguished members of the committee, thank you for the opportunity to come and walk through, at least at some level, The FY27 Department of the Air Force Budget request [is being discussed]. Appreciate the opportunity. Appreciate the time. I'm proud to represent the 680,000 airmen, guardians and civilians of the Department of the Air Force, as well as their families and loved ones.” (06:22–06:33)

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