Full Committee Hearing: U.S. Military Posture and National Security Challenges in the Greater Middle East and Africa

Tuesday, May 19, 2026 | 10:00 | 2118 Rayburn
The hearing will examine DoD policies, programs, and activities in the Greater Middle East and Africa in preparation for the FY27 NDAA. Members will assess the threats to U.S. national security in the region and evaluate the effectiveness of the Department’s use of the resources provided by Congress to defend our nation.
Opening Statement: 

Chairman Mike Rogers

Witnesses:

The Honorable Daniel Zimmerman
Assistant Secretary of Defense for International Security Affairs
Office of the Secretary of Defense
 
Admiral Brad Cooper, USN
Commander
U.S. Central Command
 
General Dagvin Anderson, USAF
Commander
U.S. Africa Command

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