Bryan Whitman
Bryan Whitman
mission remains
Our commanders have addressed that issue. The mission remains what it is each and every day.
beyond congress decay enormous require resources
reconstructing Iraq's infrastructure would require enormous resources beyond what the Congress appropriated -- after 30 years of neglect, decay and corruption.
aspects classified open position program
Our position has not changed. This is a classified program and there are still aspects of it that are not appropriate for an open hearing. And that's what we have told the committee.
breakfast congress iraq members outspoken progress returned seen senator thinks
He has breakfast with members of Congress all the time. Senator Lieberman just returned from Iraq and he had some interesting observations. And he's been very outspoken about what he's seen and the progress that he thinks is being made there.
matters personal relieved
He was relieved for matters of personal conduct.
change continue
There is no change in policy, and we will continue implementing the policy.
capable certain executing military mission remains
What is certain is the U.S. military remains capable of executing every mission it is assigned.
advance cutting edge extent harmful information military modern national provide shared systems weapons
Our modern weapons systems use advance technologies that provide the US military with cutting edge capabilities, and to the extent that information is shared with inappropriate entities, that could be harmful to our national defense.
bond cause common fighting iraqis share worth
Iraqis and Americans share a common bond and a common purpose. It is a cause worth fighting for.
appeal department justice
Clearly, the department will be working with the Department of Justice on the appeal of that decision.
aspect borders control
Being able to control one's borders is an important aspect of sovereignty.
evidence supports
I know of no evidence that supports that claim.
believe imminent information lead
I have no information that would lead me to believe that there is an imminent release.
asked
If you're doing A, B and C and are asked to do D, will D be harder? Sure.