The Democrats’ reckless $3.5 trillion spending spree will raise taxes on small businesses, workers, and families. This will kill jobs, stifle innovation and hurt families in every corner of the country. https://t.co/I9xEWTq0HO

This was a disastrous withdrawal that projected weakness to our allies and enemies alike and lead to the tragic deaths of 13 brave men and women. And the world is more dangerous now as a result.

Now, #Afghanistan is once again a safe haven for terrorists ready and willing to plot and execute attacks on Americans and our allies, just like before 9/11. We did not have to allow this to happen.

As I said to @SecBlinken this week, our withdrawal should have been based on conditions on the ground. The administration’s decision was based on a political timeline, not what’s in the best interests of the safety and security of the US and our allies.

First, more than 66,000 brave Afghans died defending their country. We should not tarnish their bravery by claiming they weren’t willing to fight.