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Senator Fischer Discusses Military Concerns

By John Nixon

06/03/2016

(KLZA)-- During a swing through Southeast Nebraska earlier this week U.S. Senator Deb Fischer who serves on the Senate Armed Services Committee, discussed some of her concerns about the U.S. Military.

She noted that currently there are the fewest members ever in the U.S. Air Force and that the Army numbers are also cutting back. The Department of Defense budget continues to grow, but at a slower amount than project due to mandated sequestration.

Senator Fischer said that the military budget restraints are causing issues with advanced military equipment needs, including an Ohio class submarine, B-21 and F-35 planes. She also noted her interest in maintaining the nuclear deterent capabilities and being able to maintain it.

With so much attention on the campaign for President, MSCNEWS asked the Republican Senator what she thought of Donald Trump when she met him. Fischer said she liked Trump, noting that during the meeting with about nine other leaders, he listened, was soft spoken and a charming individual.

Trump recently met with Republican leaders in Washington D.C.

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