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Senator Roger Wicker and Representative Mike Rogers released a statement before President Trump's meeting with NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte on April 8. They addressed allied defense spending commitments and highlighted ongoing security concerns involving Iran.
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Senator Roger Wicker and Representative Mike Rogers have voiced strong support for President Trump's proposed $1.5 trillion defense budget for fiscal year 2027. They say this investment is crucial amid rising global threats from various adversaries including China and Russia.
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Representative Don Bacon addressed Congress about ongoing efforts to modernize military information technology systems during a recent hearing on March 26. He emphasized that reliable digital infrastructure is essential for military readiness amid growing cyber threats.
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Chairman Mike Rogers led a markup session on March 26 regarding new aviation safety measures in H.R. 7613—the ALERT Act—before members of the House Armed Services Committee. The proposed changes follow recent NTSB recommendations after a midair collision involving military aircraft.
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Leaders from both parties on House Armed Services Committee commended progress on new air safety reforms after last year's fatal crash near Washington D.C., highlighting steps taken through H.R. 7613—the ALERT Act—to address NTSB recommendations for safer skies.
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Representative Scott DesJarlais led a hearing focusing on national security space activities within the Department of Defense on March 25. Key topics included reliance on satellite technologies in modern warfare and challenges posed by delays in receiving budget requests.
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Rep. Trent Kelly underscored the need for robust sealift capacity during a joint subcommittee hearing focused on military logistics readiness for Fiscal Year 2027. He called for expanding key maritime programs, modernizing fleets, and maintaining strong air mobility amid global security challenges.
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Representative Jack Bergman called attention to military mobility needs at a House Armed Services Committee hearing on March 18. He urged investment in modernizing strategic sealift capabilities amid growing global threats from adversaries like China.
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Rep. Ronny Jackson discussed ongoing demands on U.S. Special Operations Forces during a March hearing on their fiscal year 2027 priorities. He addressed concerns about recent budget proposals while expressing hope for increased future funding.
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House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mike Rogers warned against reducing U.S. forces in Europe during a hearing on March 18. He said maintaining strong American leadership is crucial while NATO allies work toward higher defense commitments.
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House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mike Rogers discussed border security progress under President Trump during a March 17 hearing on military posture in the Western Hemisphere. He addressed reductions in illegal crossings and drug trafficking while highlighting international cooperation against cartels.
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Representative Scott DesJarlais opened a hearing on strategic forces posture for Fiscal Year 2027 on Mar. 17. His remarks focused on space security challenges and adapting nuclear deterrence strategies amid evolving global threats.
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House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mike Rogers addressed the committee during a hearing on U.S. defense policy and posture, focusing on the National Defense Strategy (NDS).
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House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mike Rogers addressed the need to revitalize the U.S. defense industrial base during a recent hearing in Washington, D.C. Rogers opened his remarks by acknowledging the commitment of servicemembers involved...
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U.S. Representative Jack Bergman (R-MI), Chairman of the Subcommittee on Readiness, addressed ongoing challenges facing military infrastructure during a hearing in Washington, D.C. The session focused on updates regarding military construction...
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U.S. Representative Rob Wittman, who serves as Chairman of the Subcommittee on Tactical Air & Land Forces, addressed the joint hearing of the Tactical Air & Land Forces and Readiness subcommittees regarding the Army's efforts to modernize and...
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House Armed Services Committee Chairman Mike Rogers (R-AL) spoke on the House floor to oppose S.2503, known as the ROTOR Act.
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A bipartisan group of leaders from the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee and the House Armed Services Committee has introduced new legislation aimed at addressing aviation safety concerns raised by the 2025 midair collision between...
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The leaders of the House Armed Services Committee and the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee have released a joint statement in response to the National Transportation Safety Board’s (NTSB) recommendations following the January 29,...
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U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and U.S. Representative Mike Rogers, Chairman of the House Armed Services Committee, have expressed support for President Trump’s proposal of a $1.5 trillion defense...