North Korea is a direct threat to the United States. They have been very clear in their rhetoric we don't have to wait until they have an intercont- intercontinental ballistic missile with a nuclear weapon on it to say that now it's manifested completely.
James MattisThere is no corporation in the world that would, in a competitive environment, try and concentrate all decisions at the corporate level.
James MattisI don't see lethality as the problem. I mean, the lethality of US forces is quite remarkable.
James MattisI just hope we can find our way back to engaging with one another, arguing strongly with one another, and then going down and having a root beer together or something and - and having a good laugh about it as we work together for the best interests of the next generation of Americans who are going to inherit this country.
James Mattis