Scott Ritter said that during the trump administration Deputy or Secretary of Defense said something along the lines that "the purpose of our doctrine" Russians + Chinese people should wake up and every day wonder if America would nuke them.
Can't find it, but I'm sure it exists.
Mentioned here:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GBZF9LCTyqY
at 2:14:40
Anyone remember? Would love a sauce.