Today, Rep. Elise Stefanik (R-NY), Chairwoman of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and Capabilities, made the following remarks, as prepared for delivery, on the hearing titled "Creating a Flexible and Effective Information Technology Management and Acquisition System: Elements for Success in a Rapidly Changing Landscape." "I'd like to welcome everyone to this hearing of th... Read More »
Today, Rep. Mac Thornberry (R-TX), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, made the following opening statement, as prepared for delivery, at the hearing entitled, "Military Assessment of the Security Challenges in the Indo-Asia-Pacific Region." "No one needs reminding of the escalating tensions in the Asia-Pacific region. Recent weeks have witnessed intentionally provocative words and act... Read More »
House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mac Thornberry (R-TX) released the following schedule featuring three (3) events the week of May 1-5.Tuesday, May 2, 2017"Fiscal Year 2018 Priorities and Posture of Missile Defeat Programs and Activities" Subcommittee on Strategic Forces (2:00 PM – 2212 Rayburn – OPEN) Witnesses: General Lori Robinson Commander U.S. Northern Command and North American Aerosp... Read More »
House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mac Thornberry (R-TX) released the following schedule featuring four (4) events the week of April 24-28.Wednesday, April 26, 2017"Military Assessment of the Security Challenges in the Indo-Asia-Pacific Region" Full Committee (10:00 AM – 2118 Rayburn – OPEN) Witnesses: Admiral Harry Harris Jr., USN Commander, U.S. Pacific Command "Creating a Flexible and Effe... Read More »
House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mac Thornberry (R-TX) released the following schedule featuring five (5) events the week of April 24-28.Wednesday, April 26, 2017"Military Assessment of the Security Challenges in the Indo-Asia-Pacific Region" Full Committee (10:00 AM – 2118 Rayburn – OPEN) Witnesses: Admiral Harry Harris Jr., USN Commander, U.S. Pacific Command "Creating a Flexible and Effe... Read More »
By: Leo Shane III, Military Times, April 17, 2017 Heightened tensions on the Korean Peninsula underscore the need for an increased military presence there and worldwide, according to the chairman of the House Armed Services Committee.In an appearance on Fox News on Sunday, Rep. Mac Thornberry, R-Texas, called North Korean leader Kim Jong Un's recent military actions "erratic" and said adding U.S. ... Read More »
Yesterday, Rep Mac Thornberry (R-TX), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, joined Chris Wallace and Fox News Sunday. Watch the exclusive interview below: Read More »
Today, House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mac Thornberry (R-TX) will appear on... "Fox News Sunday with Chris Wallace" SUNDAY on Fox News at 2 PM ET. Read More »
Tonight, Rep. Mac Thornberry (R-TX), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, released the following statement on the U.S. military strikes in Syria: "I support the President's decision to take military action in Syria. My hope is that this action will help deter future atrocities by the Assad regime." Read More »
On Wednesday, the House Armed Services Committee heard from the Service Chiefs on the "Damage to the Military from a Continuing Resolution." Below are excerpts from some of the stories identifying critical readiness shortfalls: Congress' failure to budget is "malpractice": Warning that the "world is more dangerous by the day," the Army Chief of Staff said Congress' failure to pass a budget is "pro... Read More »
Rep. Mac Thornberry (R-TX), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, today congratulated Ms. Jeanette James on receiving the Army Distinguished Civilian Service Award. The award was presented by Major General Laura Richardson in appreciation for Ms. James twelve years of service as part of the staff of the Subcommittee on Military Personnel. Jeanette James has led the Military Personnel tea... Read More »
Today, Rep. Vicky Hartzler (R-MO), Chairwoman of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Oversight and Investigations, made the following remarks, as prepared for delivery, on the hearing titled "Evaluating the Defense Contract Audit Process." "Over the last 15 years, the Department of Defense has become increasingly reliant on the use of government contractors. When used properly, this public an... Read More »
Today, Rep. Joe Wilson (R-SC), Chairman of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Readiness, made the following remarks, as prepared for delivery, on the Subcommittee's joint hearing titled "The Current State of the U.S. Marine Corps." "Ladies and gentlemen, I want to welcome you all here today, and call this unclassified hearing of the House Armed Services Committee, Readiness Subcommittee, on ... Read More »
Today, Rep. Mac Thornberry (R-TX), Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, made the following opening statement, as prepared for delivery, at the hearing entitled, "Consequences to the Military of a Continuing Resolution." "After having explored the next steps of defense reform in yesterday's hearing, we now turn to what is needed to repair and rebuild our military. And I am grateful to ea... Read More »
