Jackson: Our Intelligence Community Must Be Equipped to Confront Today's Global Threats

Washington, D.C., April 16, 2026
"With threats ranging from those in the Western Hemisphere to non-state actors, proxies, and terrorism around the globe, we also continue to face challenges from China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea," Rep. Jackson said. "...By ensuring our DIE has what it needs, and our intelligence efforts are synchronized, we increase our warfighters’ lethality, survivability, and capacity to provide for our nation’s defense and counter whatever threats may arise, now and in the future."
Washington, D.C. – U.S. Representative Ronny Jackson (R-TX), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Intelligence and Special Operations, delivered the following opening remarks at a subcommittee hearing on the challenges, priorities, and resourcing for the Defense Intelligence Enterprise in Fiscal Year 2027. 

Rep. Jackson’s Statement As Prepared for Delivery:

Today, we will hear from our witnesses on the Defense Intelligence Enterprise, or DIE, and how the DIE is postured for Fiscal Year 2027 and beyond.

This year, I am pleased to include the National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency, or NGA, with our panel of leaders from the DIE.
 
The U.S. Intelligence Community comprises 18 organizations, nine of which are elements of the Department of Defense that provide a variety of capabilities supporting national and defense intelligence requirements and missions.
 
Intelligence enables leaders to make informed decisions, especially in an increasingly complex world.

With threats ranging from those in the Western Hemisphere to non-state actors, proxies, and terrorism around the globe, we also continue to face challenges from China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea.
 
Our warfighters and policymakers depend on validated, actionable intelligence to execute their missions and return home safely.

And the men and women who support the Defense Intelligence Enterprise – civilians and servicemembers alike – need the requisite tools, resources, facilities, and support to deliver on our intelligence requirements.
 
By ensuring our DIE has what it needs, and our intelligence efforts are synchronized, we increase our warfighters’ lethality, survivability, and capacity to provide for our nation’s defense and counter whatever threats may arise, now and in the future.
 
This is a challenging task at hand, and one we look forward to working with the Department on.

That is why we are here today – to learn from key representatives of the DIE about our current posture and how we can work together to better support the enterprise.
 
Understanding each of your roles in these efforts will help us ensure that your organizations have the capabilities and resources needed to accomplish your mission.