Rogers: Jerusalem should Be Very Nervous Iran about to Receive Billions

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United States Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL), Lead Republican of the House Armed Services Committee, released a statement warning the Biden administration against entering another bad nuclear deal with Iran. "I'd be very nervous if I were Jerusalem," Rogers said. "Instead of turning Putin into an international pariah like President Biden promised, he is literally outsourcing our…

Rogers Statement on Reports of Biden Admin Withholding Intelligence from Ukraine

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United States Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL), Lead Republican of the House Armed Services Committee, released a statement on reports that the Biden administration is withholding intelligence from Ukraine. "Putin is deliberately targeting civilian infrastructure in Ukraine. This has caused the death of countless innocent civilians, including children. That a Biden policy decision was…

Waltz Opening Statement at Hearing on State of the Surface Navy

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United States Representative Michael Waltz (R-FL), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Readiness, delivered the following opening statement at a hearing on the state of the Surface Navy. Rep. Waltz's remarks as prepared for delivery: I want to thank our witnesses for being here today. I'd also like to associate myself with the comments of the Chairmen and Ranking Member. The…

Wittman Opening Statement at Hearing on State of the Surface Navy

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United States Representative Rob Wittman (R-VA), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Sea Power and Projection Forces, delivered the following opening remarks at a hearing on the state of the Surface Navy. Rep. Wittman's remarks as prepared for delivery: I want to thank Chairman Courtney for yielding and especially thank Chairman Garamendi and Ranking Member Waltz for participating…

Gallagher Opening Statement at Hearing on Suicide Prevention

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United States Representative Mike Gallagher (R-WI), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Military Personnel, delivered the following opening remarks at a hearing assessing the effectiveness of suicide prevention programs. Rep. Gallagher's remarks as prepared for delivery: Thank you, Chairwoman Speier. I also want to thank our witnesses for being with us today to discuss the topic…

Lamborn Opening Statement at Fy23 Strategic Forces Posture Hearing

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United States Representative Doug Lamborn (R-CO), Ranking Member of the Subcommittee on Strategic Forces, delivered the following opening statement at a hearing exploring the policies, programs and priorities associated with the United States strategic forces. Rep. Lamborn's remarks as prepared for delivery: Mr. Chairman, thank you for organizing today's hearing. The backdrop of this…

Rogers Opening Statement at Hearing on Engagement with Allies and Partners

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United States Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL), Lead Republican of the House Armed Services Committee, delivered the following opening statement at a hearing on Department of Defense and Department of State activities to engage with allies and partners in pursuit of U.S. national security objectives. Lead Republican Rogers' remarks as prepared for delivery are below: Mr. Chairman, thank…

Rogers Statement on Lethal Aid Announcement

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United States Representative Mike Rogers (R-AL), Lead Republican of the House Armed Services Committee, released a statement following an announcement that the United States will be sending additional lethal aid to Ukraine. "The Ukrainians have been vocal about their need for lethal aid, especially anti-aircraft weaponry including Stingers. I hope the military aid package announced by…

Rogers, McCaul Urge Harsher Sanctions on Russia

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United States Representatives Mike Rogers (R-AL), Lead Republican of the House Armed Services Committee, and Michael McCaul (R-TX), Lead Republican of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, released a statement calling for harsher sanctions on Vladimir Putin following his renewed invasion further into Ukraine. "Leveling additional banking sanctions and export controls against Russia and…

Rogers, Mccaul, Turner React to Russias Renewed Invasion of Ukraine

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House Armed Services Committee Lead Republican Mike Rogers (R-AL), House Foreign Affairs Committee Lead Republican Michael McCaul (R-TX), and House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence Lead Republican Mike Turner (R-OH) have released the following statement in response to Russia's renewed invasion of Ukraine. "The last few hours have laid bare for the world to witness the true…