We're in a war we're going to win, Bush said, detailing for the employees new measures he has asked Congress for to aid them in their work, including added surveillance tools. Before speaking to the FBI employees, Bush toured the headquarters building and saw the rooms where information on terrorist suspects is being collected, analyzed and dispersed. Over 4,000 employees of the FBI are assigned to the investigation into the September 11 terrorist attacks, as well as working to disrupt any further action that may be planned, Bush said. It's been my honor to come over to thank everybody for their hard work. I know there's a lot of folks here at the FBI who are working long hours.
People are away from their families more than they want.
But my presence here should assure you that I recognize the important contribution you make, and that the FBI and the wonderful men and women who work here are an incredibly important part of the army that is going to win the war on terrorism. You've got some pretty good generals here, starting with General Ashcroft, who is doing a fine job as the Attorney General of America. I told the country when I picked the man that you don't have to worry where he stands and the values he brings to the job. I'm proud of the service, and I appreciate so very much, Larry, as well, coming up from Atlanta, Georgia to serve our country. As you know, I made an important pick to head the agency.