kelly, he said this... "i've been fortunate to serve my country for more than 45 years. first as a marine and then as secretary of department of homeland security. i am honored to be asked to serve for the chief of staff for president of the united states. it to the tremendous men and women at dhs, i think you for the opportunity to serve as your secretary. when i left the marines, and never thought i would find as committed, as professional, as patriotic a group of individuals. i was wrong. you can accomplish great things everyday, defending our nation. i know your exceptional work will continue.