WASHINGTON, D.C.(HubCityRadio)- Senator John Thune on Tuesday went on the floor of the Senate to address national security as the National Defense Authorization Act(NDAA) is set to expire at the end of the month.

Senator Thune before commenting on this offered his thought on the second assassination attempt on former President Donald Trump.

Thune moved on to address national defense and wants to make sure that is done right.

Thune believes national defense needs to be a high priority in Congress.

Thune talks about a report showing China is doing a better job of defending themselves than the U.S.

Thune discuss how dangerous the world has been since President Biden took office.

Thune criticizes Democratic leadership in the Senate for not prioritizing national defense with a deadline looming.

Thune talks about the message this is sending to countries around the world.

Thune expect to see an extension on the current NDAA by the end of September.