It's a landmark day in the history of Iraq. We congratulate the Iraqi people.

We welcome today's development as another step forward in Iraq 's constitutional process,

The Iraq war was not necessary.

The question was ... when will there be zero or no American troops in Iraq. So he was referring to that specific question.

A free and prosperous Iraq will be a major blow to the terrorists and their desire to establish a safe haven in Iraq where they can plan and plot attacks.

This is one of the most devastating storms in our nation's history. I think that's becoming clear to everyone. The destruction and loss of life is very sobering.