the secretary of defense is to exercise direction, authority, and control over the department of defense. tom udall fits this position as he has been pushing for more national defense systems in new mexico.
"I am proud of the role that New Mexico's military installations play in our national defense and of the men and women who bravely serve our country and call New Mexico home. New Mexico's military bases are at the forefront of efforts to keep America safe and I am working in Congress to make sure that the men and women stationed at each have the equipment and infrastructure they need to succeed." -tom udall
"I am proud of the role that New Mexico's military installations play in our national defense and of the men and women who bravely serve our country and call New Mexico home. New Mexico's military bases are at the forefront of efforts to keep America safe and I am working in Congress to make sure that the men and women stationed at each have the equipment and infrastructure they need to succeed." -tom udall