Tag: national security
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“It may be the best thing this Congress has done in a bipartisan way.”
WASHINGTON, DC – In remarks before a breakfast meeting of The Ripon Society, U.S. Reps. Darin LaHood & Raja Krishnamoorthi praised the work – and collegial approach – of the Select Committee on China.
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Lankford Leads Effort to Address Border Crisis, Saying It’s a Matter of National Security
WASHINGTON, DC – In remarks to The Ripon Society, U.S. Sen. James Lankford talked about the ongoing crisis along America’s southern border, and how this crisis has exploded in recent years to become a threat to our national security.
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Johnson, Joyce, and Carter Lay Out National Health Care Priorities
WASHINGTON, DC – In a discussion before The Ripon Society, three Members of Congress laid out some of the top healthcare challenges facing the American people, and how they are working to address these challenges in the coming year.
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Chairman Mike Turner Brings Bipartisan Approach to National Security
WASHINGTON, DC – As the international threats of China and Russia continue to advance, The Ripon Society held a discussion with U.S. Rep. Mike Turner, Chairman of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence.
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“There’s nothing more bipartisan than keeping our country safe.”
WASHINGTON, DC — In remarks before a virtual meeting of The Ripon Society, House Homeland Security Ranking Member John Katko (NY-24) discussed the Committee agenda and the bipartisan effort he is leading to keep Americans safe.
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“Instead of beating the drum for whatever the political message is of the day, we should focus on the things that matter to people.”
WASHINGTON, DC — The Ripon Society hosted a virtual event with U.S. Reps. Frank Lucas (OK-3) and Stephanie Bice (OK-5). The discussion centered on possible legislative priorities in the new Congress, where tensions remain high.
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“The Speaker has hijacked the Intelligence Committee.”
WASHINGTON, DC – In remarks to The Ripon Society, House GOP Conference Chair Liz Cheney discussed the impeachment debate and how it may impact the ability of Congress to focus on national security in the months ahead.
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“It is time that the United States starts moving away from paper diplomacy on North Korea.”
WASHINGTON, DC – In a speech to The Ripon Society, U.S. Sen. Cory Gardner urged Congress and the President to ramp up the economic and diplomatic pressure being placed on Kim Jong Un.
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McCaul, Hurd & Katko Push for Airline Security Reforms
WASHINGTON, DC — With the summer travel season upon us, The Ripon Society held a discussion with three members of the Homeland Security Committee that focused on their efforts to make air travel more efficient and secure.