they are thieves, saboteurs, and nemies of democracy. and potentially much, much more. we live in an interconnected world, that's not a trend, that's reality. we rely on technology for everything, from our coffeemakers to running global corporations. but this reliance and perhaps overreliance brings risks. what would happen to our country if the stock market did not process trades? what would happen to the transportation if the navigation satellites suddenly went dead? what happen if a major city lost power? cyber threats present a tremendous danger to our way of life, which are no less significant from the regular world. it is a big job, this department. we are up against criminal organizations, cyber attacks, ssassins, pandemics, hurricanes, and oil spills. the danger israel real, but so is our dedication, professionalism, and expertise. these risks -- that is why we do what we do. 16 times in my life i have raised my right hand and swore before my god that i would support and defend the constitution of the united states. our nation is unique in that we swear our alle