Q-and-A Defense Secretary Ash Carter answers a reporter's question during a flight to California, Nov. 14, 2016. Carter is on a four-day trip focusing on the readiness of the nation's force and the effectiveness of the warfighter's training and equipment. DoD photo by Army Sgt. Amber I. Smith SHARE: Download: Full Size (1.05 MB) Credit: Amber I. Smith VIRIN: 161114-D-SV709-081.JPG Photo Gallery