javier b the defense secretary demanding answers as new questions emerge about the deadly ambush on american soldiers in nig niger. john mccain saying the white house is not being up front about the attack. >> the president was completely respectful, to try to create something about that is frankly appalling and does gusting. >> and ugly fallout. the white house says the president was respectful. soldiers mother saying otherwise. and unfortunately, this story continues. welcome back to "early start." i'm dave briggs. >> it is 31 minutes past the hour. defense second james mattis is dismayed at the lack of detailed information he's receiving on the ambush in niger by isis affiliated fighters.