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Common Defense

The shared responsibility among allied nations to protect each other and their collective security interests from external threats.

Near-peer Threats

Countries or entities that possess military or technological capabilities comparable to a major global power, posing a significant challenge to its security or influence.

Sense of Congress

A formal statement by Congress expressing its opinion or policy preference on an issue, but without the force of law.

Classified Annex

A separate, restricted section of a report or document that contains sensitive or secret information and is only accessible to authorized personnel.

Gross Domestic Product (GDP)

The total value of all goods and services produced within a country's borders over a specific period, often used as a measure of its economic size.

Appropriate Committees of Congress

Specific committees in the Senate and House of Representatives that have jurisdiction over the subject matter of a bill or report, such as defense, foreign relations, or spending.