generation and he a great -- a debt of gratitude for legacy of liberty and freedom around the world, fighting to ensure security and prosperity for millions. a copy of the letter will be sent out if it hasn't already. we all extend our warm wishes to ray and his family as they celebrate his 105th. the president signed the letter wishing he hopes to have several more birthdays to come. this afternoon the president announced his intent to nominate several individuals to keep post at department of defense. robert daigle as director of cost assessment and program evaluation. elaine mccluster as principal deputy undersecretary of defense. david nor quest as undersecretary of defense and comptroller. kenneth rapano as undersecretary for global security and hola. patrick shanahan and david joel as principal deputy undersecretary of defense for