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Background Briefing on President's Meeting with Chinese Premier Wen [December 9, 2003]
The White House offered this background briefing on the President's meeting with Chinese Premier Wen on December 9, 2003. This briefing covered topics such as the North Korea nuclear issue and Taiwan.
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
2003-12-09
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Press Briefing by National Security Advisor Steve Hadley [August 6, 2006]
From National Security Advisor Steve Hadley's press briefing in regards to cessation of Hezbollah hostilities: "The resolution will call for the Lebanese government and the Israeli government to accept the framework of a political arrangement that will be set out in this first resolution. And also, of course, to accept this call for a cessation, a full cessation of hostilities, which means Hezbollah attacks to stop and Israeli offensive operations to stop. It's really going to be the Lebanese government that is going to have to set out and accept the arrangement on behalf of the Lebanese people. As you know, Hezbollah is a part of that government. They will have to take on that responsibility. In addition, of course, we are asking those countries with influence on Hezbollah to send a clear message, and that would be particularly Iran and Syria, to send a clear message to Hezbollah that it needs to accept the will of the international community and support the decision made by the Lebanese government. I think it's interesting if you have a situation where the international community is calling for a full cessation of hostilities supported by the Lebanese government -- it was supported by the Israeli government, and Hezbollah says no, that will tell you something about who wants peace and who does not, and that will be a clarifying moment."
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
Hadley, Stephen J.
2006-08-06
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Fact Sheet: The United States and Columbia
From the Document: "Yesterday Vice President Biden visited Bogota to meet with Colombian President Juan Manuel Santos. Their visit underscored the close ties between the United States and Colombia, founded upon shared democratic values, deepening economic ties, and a long history of shared security goals. The visit highlighted our cooperation in the following areas: [1] Free Trade: Since the 2012 entry into force of the Colombia-U.S. Trade Promotion Agreement, U.S. exports have increased 13.8 percent and U.S. foreign direct investment in Colombia has increased 30.3 percent. [...] [2] Labor Action Plan: The United States and Colombia work together closely on implementation of the Colombian Action Plan Related to Labor Rights, in which the Government of Colombia agreed to address concerns on labor issues. [...] [3] Energy: The United States-Colombia partnership on energy is expanding, including efforts to link energy markets and develop unconventional energy sources to deliver affordable energy across the Americas. [...] [4] Information and Communications Technology (ICT): Building on a commitment of Presidents Obama and Santos, we will hold the inaugural high-level meeting of the ICT Steering Group in Colombia in the coming months. [...] [5] Expanding Opportunity for Vulnerable Populations, including Afro-Colombians: The United States and Colombia continue to work to advance the U.S.-Colombia Action Plan on Racial and Ethnic Equality (CAPREE) to address challenges faced by indigenous and Afro-descendent communities in Colombia and the United States. [...] [6] Environment: On May 28, the United States announced a new USAID [United States Agency for International Development] deal with the Althelia Climate Fund to lend up to $133.8 million in commercial financing for forest conservation and sustainable land use globally. [...] [7] Bilingual Colombia: The United States and Colombia have long partnered to promote English teaching in Colombia and Spanish teaching in the United States through the Fulbright Program. [...] [8] 100,000 Strong in the Americas: The United States and Colombia are committed to expanding educational and professional exchanges between their citizens and institutions."
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
2014-06-19
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Press Briefing by Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice [August 6, 2006]
In this press briefing, Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice talks about process of arranging negotiations in the U.N. of a cease-fire with Hezbollah.
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
Rice, Condoleezza, 1954-
2006-08-06
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President Thanks CIA Employees [March 3, 2005]
President Bush thanks CIA employees for their efforts in the war on terror. The President answers questions from the press about the appointment of John Negroponte as National Security Director, Osama bin Laden, Iran and Lebanon.
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
2005-03-03
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Fact Sheet: The U.S.-Brazil Bilateral Relationship
From the Document: "The United States and Brazil engage regularly in a number of formal dialogues and working groups on economic issues. These consultations are contributing to two-way goods and services trade that exceeded $100 billion in 2013. The United States has foreign direct investment in Brazil totaling roughly $80 billion and Brazilian foreign direct investment in the United States is rising, reaching approximately $14 billion in 2012. The U.S. Secretary of the Treasury recently visited Brazil for discussions on bilateral and global economic and financial issues, reflecting the two countries' increasingly shared stake in promoting strong, sustainable, and balanced global economic growth and job creation. In May, the U.S. Secretary of Transportation visited Brazil to meet with Brazilian counterparts on land, air, and waterway transportation cooperation that can facilitate trade and travel. The continued exchange of high-level official delegations underscores the two countries' commitment to building a mutually-beneficial economic partnership."
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
2014-06-17
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President Bush Welcomes Iraq's Ambassador to the United States [May 30, 2006]
From the welcome of Iraq Ambassador Sumaidaie by President Bush: "You're now officially the Ambassador. I look forward to working with you, Mr. Ambassador, and the new government, to help Iraq become a country that can govern itself and sustain itself and defend itself. I'm confident in the future of liberty in Iraq because I believe the people of Iraq want to live in a free society. And although there's been some very difficult times for the Iraqi people, I am impressed by the courage of the leadership, impressed by the determination of the people, and want to assure you, sir, that the United States stands ready to help the Iraqi democracy succeed."
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
Bush, George W. (George Walker), 1946-
2006-05-30
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President Bush's Remarks on the Formation of a New Government in Iraq [May 21, 2006]
From President Bush's Remarks on the Formation of a New Government in Iraq: "The formation of a unity government in Iraq is a new day for the millions of Iraqis who want to live in freedom. And the formation of the unity government in Iraq begins a new chapter in our relationship with Iraq. This morning, I called the President, the Prime Minister and the Speaker to congratulate them on working together to form the unity government. I assured them that the United States will continue to assist the Iraqis in the formation of a free country, because I fully understand that a free Iraq will be an important ally in the war on terror, will serve as a devastating defeat for the terrorists and al Qaeda, and will serve as an example for others in the region who desire to be free."
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
Bush, George W. (George Walker), 1946-
2006-05-21
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President Bush and Prime Minister Tony Blair of the United Kingdom Participate in Joint Press Availability [May 25, 2006]
In this transcript of a question and answer session with President Bush and Prime Minister Blair topics regarding U.S.- U.K. relations are discussed such as the war in Iraq, issues with Iran's enrichment program, rising fuel prices, and terrorism.
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
Bush, George W. (George Walker), 1946-; Blair, Tony, 1953-
2006-05-25
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President Bush Participates in Joint Press Availability with United Kingdom Prime Minister Blair [May 17, 2007]
President Bush and United Kingdom Prime Minister Blair participate in a joint press availability where issues discussed include U.S.-UK relations, the situation in Iraq, Iran, Afghanistan, climate change, and terrorism.
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
Bush, George W. (George Walker), 1946-; Blair, Tony, 1953-
2007-05-17
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President Bush Participates in Joint Press Availability with Prime Minister Gordon Brown of the United Kingdom [July 30, 2007]
President Bush participates in a joint press availability with Prime Minister Gordon Brown of the United Kingdom and discusses U.S.-UK relations as well as the war on terrorism.
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
Bush, George W. (George Walker), 1946-
2007-07-30
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Setting the Record Straight: The Senate Amendment on the Strategy for Victory in Iraq [November 17, 2005]
This document summarizes recent responses to the President's Strategy in Iraq.
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
2005-11-17
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Fact Sheet: Progress on the 9/11 Commission Recommendations
This fact sheet outlines what the president has done to address the recommendations of the 9/11 commission. Key institutional developments and accomplishments are outlined.
United States. White House Office
2005-12-05
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Memorandum for the Heads of Executive Departments and Agencies [September 26, 2005]
President Bush calls for all federal agencies to conserve natural gas, electricity, gasoline and diesel fuel following the damage to U.S. energy supplies done by recent hurricanes.
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
2005-09-26
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Joint Statement by President Bush and Prime Minister Blair [May 26, 2006]
From the joint statement by President Bush and Prime Minister Blair: "[T]he leaders recognize that as American and British soldiers, sailors, airmen, and marines are right now standing together in harm's way, we must plan for the future capabilities that will enhance our ability to cooperate. Both governments agree that the UK will have the ability to successfully operate, upgrade, employ, and maintain the Joint Strike Fighter such that the UK retains operational sovereignty over the aircraft. Further, both governments agree to protect sensitive technologies found within the Joint Strike Fighter program. Together, we are working out the details, while remaining committed to these principles. Finally, the President and Prime Minister have a shared view that we need to continue to strengthen and deepen the relationship between our defense establishments to achieve fully interoperable forces and to leverage the respective strengths of U.S. and U.K. industries. The Prime Minister and President look forward to new ways we can achieve that goal."
United States. Office of the White House Press Secretary
Bush, George W. (George Walker), 1946-; Blair, Tony, 1953-
2006-05-26
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United States Government Operations in Iraq
A National Security Presidential Directive (NSPD) signed by President Bush on May 11 defines the organization and structure of the U.S. presence in Iraq that will replace the Coalition Provisional Authority following the planned transition to Iraqi sovereignty by June 30. The NSPD establishes a State Department-controlled Iraq Reconstruction Management Office (IRMO) "to facilitate the transition in Iraq" as well as another entity within the Defense Department called the Project and Contracting Office (PCO) "to provide acquisition and project management support." The directive was first reported by the New York Times on May 14. But as is the case with almost all Bush Administration NSPDs, the full text has not been made publicly available by the White House. A copy was obtained by Secrecy News from a U.S. government source.
United States. White House Office
2004-05-11
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Presidential Directive 15: Chemical Warfare
In this Directive, President Carter directs that "a United States delegation under the direction of the Arms Control and Disarmament Agency should immediately initiate bilateral consultations with the United Kingdom, France, the Federal Republic of Germany and Japan, to be followed by negotiations with the Soviet Union on the subject of a comprehensive treaty to ban chemical warfare...The President has also directed that US chemical warfare forces be maintained without force improvement. This directive will be reviewed, beginning with the start of the FY 1980 budget cycle, on the basis of the progress made in arms limitation talks."
United States. White House Office
1977-06-16
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Debt Limit: Market Response to Recent Impasses Underscores Need to Consider Alternative Approaches, Report to Congress
From the Highlights: "GAO [Government Accountability Office] prepared this report as part of its continuing efforts to assist Congress in identifying and addressing debt management challenges related to delays in raising the debt limit. This report examines the effect of delays in raising the debt limit in 2013 on (1) the broader financial system and (2) Treasury debt and cash management and (3) examines alternative approaches to delegating borrowing authority that could minimize future disruptions. To address these objectives, GAO interviewed Treasury officials and market participants across different sectors and analyzed financial market data. GAO also hosted a private online forum where experts provided input on different proposals."
United States. Government Accountability Office
2015-07
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Nuclear Weapons Sustainment: Improvements Made to Budget Estimates, but Opportunities Exist to Further Enhance Transparency, Report to Congressional Committees
From the Highlights: "DOD and DOE [Department of Energy] are undertaking an extensive, multifaceted effort to sustain and modernize U.S. nuclear weapons capabilities, which are aging and being deployed beyond their intended service lives. This effort is expected to take decades and cost hundreds of billions of dollars. Section 1043 of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2012, as amended, requires the submission of an annual report to congressional committees on DOD's and DOE's plans for related matters, including 10-year budget estimates, and includes a provision that GAO [Government Accountability Office] review aspects of that report. In June 2014, GAO reviewed the July 2013 joint report and made recommendations to improve future reports, such as documenting the methodology used to create certain estimates and identifying its assumptions and limitations. This report assesses the extent to which the May 2014 joint report provides (1) budget estimates that are consistent with the departments' internal funding and modernization plans and (2) complete and transparent information on the methodology used to develop the estimates. […] GAO recommends that future joint reports provide more thorough documentation of the methodologies used to develop the estimates and comparative information on changes in the estimates from the prior year. DOD and DOE generally agreed, but DOD noted that information on changes is not required. GAO continues to believe the recommendation is valid as discussed further in this report."
United States. Government Accountability Office
2015-07
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Defense Satellite Communications: DOD Needs Additional Information to Improve Procurements, Report to the Committee on Armed Services, U.S. Senate
From the Highlights: "DOD depends on commercial SATCOM [satellite communications] to support a variety of critical mission needs, from unmanned aerial vehicles and intelligence to voice and data for military personnel. In fiscal year 2011, the most recent information available, DOD spent over $1 billion leasing commercial SATCOM. In prior work, GAO [Government Accountability Office] found that some major DOD users of commercial satellite bandwidth were dissatisfied with DISA's acquisition process seeing it as too costly and lengthy. These users also indicated that the contracts used were too inflexible. The Senate Armed Services Committee's report accompanying the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 included a provision for DOD to report on the future mix of military and commercial SATCOM and for GAO to review DOD's report, issued in August 2014. This report (1) assesses the extent to which DOD efficiently procures bandwidth, (2) analyzes the extent to which DOD has identified its future SATCOM requirements using DOD and commercial satellite services, as well as how those requirements will be met, and (3) identifies the steps DOD is taking to improve its procurements of commercial SATCOM. To conduct this work, GAO reviewed DOD's reports, DOD SATCOM procurement guidance, prior GAO reports, and interviewed DOD officials."
United States. Government Accountability Office
2015-07
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Summary of Resources for State, Local, Tribal, Territorial, and Campus Law Enforcement Partners
From the Document: "The Department of Homeland Security is proud to support and work alongside [...] law enforcement [professionals]. You work on the front lines every day, at great personal risk, to keep our communities safe. We are committed to ensuring you have the tools, resources, and support you need to continue doing so successfully. This guide highlights many of the resources available to you, including training and grant opportunities, to increase our nation's resilience to evolving threats." This guide also provides information on resources related to the following topics: "Preparedness and Prevention"; "Information and Intelligence Sharing"; "Cybersecurity"; "Critical Infrastructure Protection"; "School Safety and Security"; "Human Trafficking, Forced Labor, and Sex Trafficking"; and "Training and Funding Opportunities."
United States. Department of Homeland Security
2022-04
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Targeting a Satellite: Contrasting Considerations Between the Jus ad Bellum and the Jus in Bello
From the Introduction: "In the context of human exploitation of the space environment, a satellite is an artificial object that has been intentionally placed into Earth orbit. Its payloads perform various functions such as intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance; positioning, navigation, and timing; and communication. Satellites have become pivotal to military operations since the widespread use of different satellite systems in 1991's Operation Desert Storm. During the 2011 Operation Unified Protector, conducted in Libya, intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance satellites played a key role in effective targeting acquisition while minimizing the risk of civilian casualties. With the development and greater availability of counter-space capabilities, these satellites are becoming a prime target of military threats in the great power competition as well as in the event of an armed conflict. [...] This article begins by reviewing existing legal frameworks applicable to military operations in space, especially by developing a three-stage process to address a potential issue of norm conflict arising from the application of the 'jus ad bellum' and 'jus in bello' regimes in the context of international space law. Based on that systematic understanding of existing legal frameworks, it proceeds to examine differences in legal consideration in relation to three threshold legal issues[.] [...] This article concludes with an observation that while its terrestrial impact is arguably relevant to the legal characterization of satellite targeting and the identification of an injured or belligerent State, there is no need to afford special protection to the rights and interests of a third State that may be affected as a result of the operation."
Naval War College (U.S.). International Law Studies
Nasu, Hitoshi
2022
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Assessing the State of America's Seaports, Hearing Before the Subcommittee on Border Security, Facilitation, and Operations of the Committee on Homeland Security, House of Representatives, One Hundred Seventeenth Congress, Second Session, January 19, 2022
This is the January 19, 2022 hearing on "Assessing the State of America's Seaports." held before the U.S. House Subcommittee on Border Security, Facilitation, and Operations of the Committee on Homeland Security. From the opening statement of Nanette Diaz Barragan: "The purpose of today's hearing is to assess the state of our Nation's seaports. Seaports are critical to the movement of commerce and thus critical enablers of the U.S. economy, especially as the country continues its fight against the COVID-19 [coronavirus disease 2019] pandemic. As the Chairwoman of the Border Security, Facilitation, and Operations Subcommittee and the Member representing the Port of Los Angeles, the largest container port in the Nation, I understand how important it is that our seaports have the resources they need in order to support the safe and timely processing of trade and travel. [...] I look forward to hearing from our witnesses today on what assistance Congress and my subcommittee can offer to better support and resource ports. I am also interested in hearing any recommendations from our witnesses on changes that need to happen to CBP [U.S. Customs and Border Protection]'s public-private partnership program." Statements, letters, and materials submitted for the record include those of the following: Christopher J. Connor, Anthony M. Reardon, Eugene D. Seroka, Cathie J. Vick, and Richert L. Self.
United States. Government Publishing Office
2022
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Nuclear Weapons Modernization in Russia and China: Understanding Impacts to the United States, Hearing Before the Subcommittee on Strategic Forces of the Committee on Armed Services, House of Representatives, One Hundred Twelfth Congress, First Session, Hearing Held October 14, 2011
From the opening statement of Michael Turner: "This hearing is very timely because we are currently faced with a highly uncertain future regarding our own nuclear deterrent modernization program. Despite commitments from many key leaders, that modernization of our nuclear weapons stockpile, delivery systems, and supporting infrastructure is critically needed. We are on the verge of halting our modernization program before it even begins. The fiscal year 2012 Energy and Water appropriation bills currently in Congress would make dramatic cuts to nuclear modernization funding levels that were agreed to last year by the President and Senate during consideration on the New START [Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty] treaty. In that context, it is important to understand if and how other countries, especially China and Russia, are modernizing their nuclear forces and how that modernization should impact our decisions here in the United States. To help us explore these issues, we have before us several distinguished non-governmental experts on nuclear weapons program strategies and forces in China and Russia." Statements, letters, and materials submitted for the record include those of the following: Loretta Sanchez, Michael Turner, Richard D. Fisher Jr., Jeffrey Lewis, Mark B. Schneider, Kevin P. Chilton, and Michael Mullen.
United States. Government Printing Office
2012
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Sustaining Nuclear Deterrence After New START, Hearing Before the Subcommittee on Strategic Forces of the Committee on Armed Services, House of Representatives, One Hundred Twelfth Congress, One Hundred Twelfth Congress, First Session, Hearing Held July 27, 2011
From the opening statement Michael Turner: "With the National Defense Authorization Act for fiscal year 2012 recently passed by the House, this represents our subcommittee's first non-budget-driven hearing for the 112th Congress. Our panel consists of non-governmental witnesses, three distinguished gentlemen who each have served in previous administrations in some senior capacities relating to our discussion today. […] The witnesses have been asked to provide their assessment of post-New START [Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty] U.S. nuclear posture and policy, including potential reduction of the U.S. stockpile below New START levels; the significance of nuclear modernization; considerations relating to a recently announced upcoming review of U.S. deterrence requirements; and nonstrategic nuclear weapons forward-deployed in Europe for extended deterrence and assurance. Today's hearing is just one in an ongoing series of events by which the House Armed Services Committee will conduct oversight of these issues. On July 7th, the full Armed Services Committee received a classified briefing from the Department of Defense, the Department of State, the National Nuclear Security Administration, and STRATCOM [United States Strategic Command] on several topics being considered today." Statements, letters, and materials submitted for the record include those of the following:
United States. Government Printing Office
2012
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Status of the Air Force Nuclear Security Roadmap, Hearing Before the Strategic Forces Subcommittee of the Committee on Armed Services, House of Representatives, One Hundred Eleventh Congress, Second Session, January 21, 2010
From the opening statement of James R. Langevin: "Today's hearing will review the Air Force's progress in revitalizing its nuclear enterprise following the serious incidents involving nuclear weapons and weapons-related components that occurred or came to light between August 2007 and March 2008. Those incidents spawned numerous investigations into, and assessments of, Air Force and Department of Defense [DOD] nuclear security procedures. In Congress and in the Pentagon, these incidents were recognized as indicators of deterioration in the structure, procedures, culture and leadership of the Air Force's nuclear enterprise that had evolved over more than a decade. So at a more basic level, the purpose of this hearing is to examine how well the Air Force is doing addressing these fundamental concerns. Given the significance of these issues, I think it is fitting that this is our first hearing of the year and, indeed, the first hearing I have chaired since becoming chairman of the subcommittee." Statements, letters, and materials submitted for the record include those of the following: Michael Turner, C. Donald Alston, Frank G. Klotz, and Everett H. Thomas.
United States. Government Printing Office
2010
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Future Options for the U.S. Nuclear Deterrent - Views from Project Atom, Hearing Before the Committee on Armed Services, Subcommittee on Strategic Forces, U.S. House of Representatives, One Hundred Fourteenth Congress, First Session, November 3, 2015
This is a testimony compilation of the November 3, 2015 hearing "Future Options for the U.S. Nuclear Deterrent - Views from Project Atom" held before the House Committee on Armed Services. From the testimony of Barry Blechman: "Nuclear weapons are the most potent destructive force known to humanity. Yet, even though the United States enjoys a dominant geopolitical position in the world, underpinned by a conventional military superiority greater than any ever known before, US nuclear policies and doctrines remain encumbered by Cold War beliefs in the potential utility of these weapons of mass destruction. These false hopes that nuclear weapons can play a range of political and military roles in US security policy cause the United States to mistakenly pursue a nuclear strategy that is costly -- not only in material terms, but also in geopolitical terms. In the worst case scenarios, the strategy could be catastrophic in terms of human lives and the nation's future. The overarching goal of US nuclear policy and strategy should be to seek to minimize the roles played by these weapons, both in our own policies and in the policies of all other nations. The United States enjoys conventional military superiority over every other nation in the world. As a result, in all situations in which military instruments are relevant means of defending American interests, conventional armed forces are the preferred means of protecting those interests. For the United States, nuclear weapons' only role is to deter nuclear attacks on the US and its allies. They provide no military or political advantage for the United States against any other threat. In addition, any use of nuclear weapons, no matter how limited, would end the longstanding taboo on their use and make devastating nuclear wars more likely. Consequently, US political and military strategy, diplomacy, military doctrine, and military force structure should all aim to minimize the importance accorded to nuclear weapons by the US and all other nations." Statements, letters, and materials submitted for the record include those of the following: Barry Blechman, Elbridge Colby, Adam Mount, Clark Murdock, and Keith Payne.
United States. Congress. House. Committee on Armed Services
2015-11-03
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Ensuring Equitable Delivery of Disaster Benefits to Vulnerable Communities and Peoples: An Examination of GAO's Findings on the CDBG-DR Program, Virtual Hearing Before the Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations of the Committee on Financial Services, U.S. House of Representatives, One Hundred Seventeenth Congress, Second Session, January 19, 2022
This is the January 19, 2022 hearing on "Ensuring Equitable Delivery of Disaster Benefits to Vulnerable Communities and Peoples: An Examination of GAO [Government Accountability Office]'s Findings on the CDBG-DR [Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery] Program," held before the U.S. Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations of the Committee on Financial Services. From the opening statement of Tom Emmer: "The Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery (CDBG-DR) Program is one of several ways that Congress and the Federal Government assist in the local disaster recovery process. It is supposed to swiftly meet the needs of our most vulnerable communities and help small businesses recover from the most severe natural disasters. It is also supposed to provide targeted relief so that affected communities can rebuild homes and infrastructure, and affected businesses can reopen and support their communities. But instead, the program has a history of waste, fraud, and abuse. Time and time again, we see examples of grantees misusing disaster recovery money for purposes outside the scope of approved action plans, or we see bureaucratic gridlock in distributing funds appropriately, or we even see appropriated funds remaining unspent even decades after a disaster. For these reasons, it has become apparent to this subcommittee that the Community Development Block Grant Disaster Recovery Program fails in its objective to address the unmet needs of the most targeted vulnerable communities. [...] I look forward to hearing from our witnesses and investigating this topic today." Statements, letters, and materials submitted for the record include those of the following: Stephen M. Begg, Chrishelle Calhoun-Palay, Daniel Garcia-Diaz, Andreanecia Morris, and Diane Yentel.
United States. Government Publishing Office
2022
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Fiscal Year 2017 Budget Request for Department of Defense Nuclear Forces, Hearing Before the Subcommittee on Strategic forces of the Committee on Armed Services, United States House of Representatives, One Hundred Fourteenth Congress, Second Session, March 2, 2016
This is the March 2, 2016 hearing on "Fiscal Year 2017 Budget Request for Department of Defense Nuclear Forces" held before the Subcommittee on Strategic Forces of the Committee on Armed Services, U.S. House of Representatives. The purpose of this hearing is to put forth a request for funds regarding the nuclear facilities of the United States. Each testimony brings military experts on U.S. nuclear forces to the House of Representatives to brief Congress of the on-goings surrounding nuclear capabilities as well as the needs for further funding to update and modernize U.S. facilities. Statements, letters, and materials submitted for the record include those of the following: Terry Benedict, Arthur Hopkins, Robin Rand and Robert Scher.
2016
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Nonproliferation and Disarmament: What's the Connection and What Does That Mean for U.S. Security and Obama Administration Policy? Hearing Before the Subcommittee on Strategic Forces of the Committee on Armed Services, House of Representatives, One Hundred Twelfth Congress, Second Session, August 1, 2012
This is the August 1, 2012 hearing, "Nonproliferation and Disarmament: What's the Connection and What Does that Mean for U.S. Security and Obama Administration Policy?," before the U.S. House of Representatives Committee on Armed Services, Subcommittee on Strategic Forces. From the opening statement of Michael Turner: "A central tenet of the Obama Administration's security policy is that, if the U.S. 'leads by example' we can 'reassert our moral leadership' and influence other nations to do things relevant to our nonproliferation goals. It is the way the President intends to advance his goal of working toward a world free of nuclear weapons and to deal with the stated twin top priorities of the Administration: nuclear proliferation and nuclear terrorism. For example, in his December 2009 speech accepting the Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo, the President stated: In the middle of the last century, nations agreed to be bound by a treaty whose bargain is clear: All will have access to peaceful nuclear power; those without nuclear weapons will forsake them; and those with nuclear weapons will work towards disarmament. I am committed to upholding this treaty. It is a centerpiece of my foreign policy. Obviously, if the theory that informs this 'centerpiece' is wrong, we could be risking a lot. It is important to note that we could be jeopardizing our own security and the nuclear umbrella that assures 31 other countries of their security by reason that, as our capacity is reduced, the propensity of other countries to build their own deterrent is increased -- exactly the opposite of what we intend. By agreeing to arms control agreements like New START [Strategic Arms Reduction Treaty] or other agreements or unilateral actions like the U.S. statement on missile defense accompanying the START treaty, we are placing ourselves in a situation where we could be sacrificing our freedom to deploy the full range of missile defenses we need." Statements, letters, and materials submitted for the record include those of the following: Loretta Sanchez, Matthew Kroenig, Scott D. Sagan, Michael Turner, Stephen Rademaker, Kori Schake, and Thomas Graham.
United States. Government Printing Office
2013
