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Question on exercises in South Korea: We recognize the value of training and exercises. Even though some exercises were stopped or changed, they have remained able to keep readiness up. They'll review exercise situation.
Kirby on negotiations with the Taliban: Says the Taliban isn't engaging in good faith with the government. Says its time to end the war but 2,500 troops are needed today.
Question on countering extremism in the military: Both Chairman Milley and Secretary Austin said they are committed to understanding the scope of the problem. The "vast, vast majority" of the men and women in the military serve with honor, but that doesn't mean its insignificant.
We received 143 notices of investigation from the FBI, 68 of them were into domestic extremism. Kirby says its very difficult to get a handle on how many people at any given time are espousing these beliefs.
On Afghanistan: No change to previous commitments. Previous commitment had the U.S. pulling out all troops by May if the Taliban will keep its commitments. Right now, the Taliban is not keeping its commitments, Kirby said.
Thank g-d an important question: When is the budget going to drop.
No specific answer just yet. The secretary wants to be prepared to present and defend the budget, as soon as possible. He wants to be up to speed over the next three months or so.
No specific answer just yet. The secretary wants to be prepared to present and defend the budget, as soon as possible. He wants to be up to speed over the next three months or so.
