Senator Schmitt questioned Admiral nominee on foreign policy waste and strategic capabilities in the Indo-Pacific during a Senate hearing.
Quiver AI Summary
U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) questioned Vice Admiral Frank “Mitch” Bradley, nominated to lead the United States Special Operations Command, on foreign policy expenditures that he described as wasteful. Schmitt referred to specific projects, including funding for initiatives in various countries, emphasizing their disconnect from U.S. national security interests.
During the discussion, Schmitt expressed concerns about the U.S. foreign policy approach, criticizing it as "mission creep" and urging a focus on defending the homeland, especially with the rising threat from China. Admiral Bradley countered that U.S. operations have significantly reduced threats and highlighted the importance of alliances in the Indo-Pacific region.
In a dialogue about global partnerships, Schmitt asked about the preparedness of key allies like Australia and Japan, to which Admiral Bradley affirmed their readiness to cooperate with U.S. efforts against security threats.
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