The risk of just one terrorist with just one nuclear weapon is a risk we simply cannot afford to take.

As a matter of international law, the United States is in an armed conflict with al-Qaida, the Taliban, and associated forces, in response to the 9/11 attacks, and we may also use force consistent with our inherent right of national self-defense.

As a former career intelligence professional, I have a profound appreciation for the value of intelligence. Intelligence disrupts terrorist plots and thwarts attacks. Intelligence saves lives.

I have a reputation for speaking my mind. I like to think my candor and bluntness will give you the answers.

We are a nation of laws, and we will always act within the bounds of the law.

Poverty does not cause violence and terrorism. Lack of education does not cause terrorism.

I want to be very clear - whenever it is possible to capture a suspected terrorist, it is the unqualified preference of the Administration to take custody of that individual so we can obtain information that is vital to the safety and security of the American people.