United States Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, released the following statement on the three-year anniversary of the Abbey Gate terrorist attack that claimed the lives of 13 U.S. servicemembers. “When the Biden-Harris administration set an arbitrary deadline to withdraw from Afghanistan, it was our servicemembers who were put in harm’s way. “On Aug... Read More »
U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, demanded answers from Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin on the plea agreement reached with Khalid Shaikh Mohammed, the mastermind of the September 11th terror attacks, and his associates Walid Muhammad Salih Mubarak Bin Attash and Mustafa Ahmed Adam al Hawsawi. In the letter, Chairman Rogers wrote, “Deals like ... Read More »
U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, released a statement following a prisonerswap between the U.S., Russia, and U.S. allies. “I am relieved that this ordeal for Evan Gershkovich, Paul Whelan, and the other prisoners wrongfully detained by the Putin regime has finally come to an end. However, I am concerned that in return for these innocent peopl... Read More »
U.S. Representative Mike Waltz (R-FL), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Readiness, delivered the following opening statement at a hearing on mobility aircraft connectivity capabilities, which are crucial for closing logistics chains in the joint fight. Rep. Waltz’s remarks as prepared for delivery: Thank you to our witnesses for being here today and best wishes to General Minihan on your upcoming r... Read More »
U.S. Representative Trent Kelly (R-MS), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Seapower and Projection Forces, delivered the following opening statement at a hearing on mobility aircraft connectivity capabilities, which are crucial for closing logistics chains in the joint fight. Rep. Kelly’s remarks as prepared for delivery: I want to welcome you and thank our witnesses. Today, this Joint Hearing will r... Read More »
U.S. Representatives Jim Banks (R-IN), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Military Personnel, and Mike Rogers (R-AL), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, led their Republican colleagues in sending a letter to Christine Wormuth, Secretary of the Army, demanding answers on a Directorate of Emergency Services (DES) training held at Fort Liberty that characterized pro-life organizations as te... Read More »
U.S. Representatives Mike Rogers (R-AL) and Adam Smith (D-WA), Chairman and Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee, released the following statement after returning from a bipartisan congressional delegation to Luxembourg, France, and Italy where they discussed allied cooperation on National Security Space. Joining them on the delegation were Representatives Stephanie Bice (R-OK), D... Read More »
U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, sent a letter to National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan, Secretary of Defense Lloyd Austin, and Secretary of State Antony Blinken urging the Biden administration to immediately cease the failed Joint Logistics Over the Shore (JLOTS) operation off the coast of Gaza. In the letter, Chairman Rogers wrote, “Three ... Read More »
House leads the charge to boost pay, housing, quality of life for armed service members By Lindsey McPherson June 25, 2024 The Washington Times The lowest-ranking enlisted military members are paid less than fast food workers and many other entry-level employees in the private sector, and they often turn to federal subsidies and local donations to feed their families, according to a House panel. T... Read More »
Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, led a bipartisan congressional delegation to Hampton Roads to engage with military officials and industry leaders on improving the quality of life for servicemembers and strengthening our Naval fleet. Joining the delegation were U.S. Representatives Joe Courtney (D-CT), Jen Kiggans (R-VA), and Rob Wittman (R-VA). T... Read More »
U.S. Representatives Mike Rogers (R-AL), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, and Michael McCaul (R-TX), Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, released the following statement in response to the U.S.-Ukraine bilateral security agreement. “The Biden administration’s Ukraine policy has been plagued by half measures and hesitation – which has only prolonged Putin’s unprovoked w... Read More »
U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, released a statement following House passage of H.R. 8070, the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025. “There is no investment more important than the one we make in the men and women who serve in our All-Volunteer Force. We cannot kick the can dow... Read More »
U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, delivered the following remarks on the House Floor in support of the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for FY25. FY25 NDAA resources can be found here. Chairman Rogers’ remarks as prepared for delivery: For the first time in decades, this year’s defense bill carri... Read More »
U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, delivered the following remarks at a Rules Committee hearing in support of the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act for FY25. Chairman Rogers’ remarks as prepared for delivery: Chairman Burgess, Ranking Member McGovern, members of the Committee, thank you for having ... Read More »
U.S. Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, released a statement on President Biden’s objection to the 15% pay raise for junior enlisted servicemembers in the Servicemember Quality of Life Improvement and National Defense Authorization Act. “President Biden believes providing the men and women who serve in our Armed Forces with adequate compensation is ... Read More »
