Press Releases

House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mike Rogers (R-AL) released a statement today applauding the Senate passage of the One Big, Beautiful Bill. “The Senate’s vote to advance the One Big, Beautiful Bill is good news for America’s national security. The threats we face today are more complex than at any point in our history, but we are at the lowest level of defense spending as a… Read more »

Chairman Mike Rogers (R-AL) released the following statement today after a Congressional briefing detailing the results of U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. "After this briefing, there’s no question that we delivered a decisive blow to Iran’s nuclear program. This bold operation, carried out by America’s finest, was an incredible display of the unmatched might of the U.S.… Read more »

Washington, D.C. – Today, House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mike Rogers (R-AL) released the following statement regarding NATO’s decision to set a new increase defense spending to 5% of gross domestic product (GDP) spending by 2035. "NATO’s decision to raise its defense spending commitment to 5% of GDP is a vital response to the growing threat posed by Vladimir Putin and the… Read more »

Chairman Mike Rogers (R-AL) released the following statement today regarding Iran's strike on Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar. "I am grateful that no American lives were lost in Iran’s limited attack on Al Udeid Air Base, and I continue to pray for the safety of our servicemembers. President Trump is seeking peace and does not desire further conflict. However, if Iran misjudges the situation… Read more »

Chairman Mike Rogers (R-AL) released the following statement today regarding U.S. strikes on Iranian nuclear sites. "The President made the correct decision to strike Iran's nuclear sites. Iran made the choice to continue its pursuit of a nuclear weapon and would only be stopped by force. It would be a grave mistake to attempt any retaliation against our forces or homeland." Read more »

Chairman Mike Rogers (R-AL) released the following statement today regarding preemptive Israeli strikes on Iran.  "As events unfold tonight in the Middle East, one thing is clear: Iran is the aggressor. Its pursuit of a nuclear weapon is an existential threat that will not be tolerated. The U.S. was not involved in the strikes, but our forces stand ready to defend themselves and… Read more »

Today, House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mike Rogers (R-AL) and Ranking Member Adam Smith (D-WA) introduced legislation to restructure, streamline, and modernize the Department of Defense’s (DoD) acquisition system. H.R. 3838, the Streamlining Procurement for Effective Execution and Delivery (SPEED) Act, fundamentally reforms the Defense Acquisition System (DAS) to cut red tape and… Read more »

House Armed Services Chairman Mike Rogers (R-AL) released a statement today after a Government Accountability Office (GAO) report validated multiple Air Force recommendations to base the United States Space Command (SPACECOM) headquarters in Huntsville, AL. “The GAO report yet again affirms that Huntsville is the best option for Space Command’s headquarters. When making his decision to… Read more »

House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mike Rogers (R-AL) released a statement today applauding the House passage of H.R. 1 - the One Big, Beautiful Bill; budget reconciliation legislation to deliver on President Trump’s commitment to secure our nation and our borders, spur economic growth, and improve accountability to taxpayers. The bill includes $150 billion in mandatory funding for… Read more »

Washington, D.C. – Today, House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mike Rogers (R-AL) released a statement on President Trump’s proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2026:   “America’s national defense is facing extraordinary challenges,” Rogers said. “We are no longer deterring our adversaries. We are being outpaced in the development and deployment of critical military… Read more »