Mr. President , madam vicepresident , secretary austin, distinguished guests and family and friends, good morning and thank you all for being here today. Mr. President , thank you for your unwavering leadership guiding our great nation and the trust you placed in me. When you were inaugurated you didnt have to do that, but you did and i appreciate it. Your steadfast commitment to our troops and their families has strengthened our military, making us stronger and more capable than ever before and ive seen you in the breach. Ive seen you on the watch. And i know firsthand that youre a man of incredible integrity and character, so thank you for your leadership. And secretary austin, thank you for leading our department with character and courage and also incredible integrity. Youve served our nation consistently for nearly five decades now in and out of uniform. The silver star recipient, a man of enormous courage, both moral and physical. Im personally thankful for your guidance and your
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