Mr. Principi spoke to reporters about the final recommendations of the 2005 Defense Base Closure and Realignment Commission. He also responded to questions and comments from the reporters. Mr. Principi also discussed the East Coast Master Jet Base.

Then, elected officials from Virginia spoke to reporters about the recommendations on Oceana Naval Air Station, which was added to the list on July 19, 2005. They responded to questions and comments from the reporters.