National Security

Keeping America safe is Congress’ most important duty. Democrats are focused on strengthening U.S. national security, defending democracy, and restoring America’s leadership in the world.

Democrats are committed to enhancing our national security and advancing key American interests, while supporting human rights and democratic values at home and abroad.

In the 117th Congress, Democrats passed a bipartisan defense authorization bill that strengthened our national security, ensured our military personnel have the resources they need to defend our country, and bolstered our allies and international interests. In the 118th Congress, Democrats will build on these gains by continuing to help President Biden keep Americans safe.

We will continue to work with the Administration to provide our diplomats and our troops with the tools needed to carry out their missions abroad safely and effectively. This will include continuing to work with our allies to ensure Russia’s illegal and unprovoked invasion of Ukraine ends in defeat for Putin, that America maintains its competitiveness against China’s authoritarian challenges, and that the world is free from threats posed by Iran.

National Security Related
House Passes Resolution Honoring Efforts to Prevent Terrorist Attack in NYC
Today, the House passed a resolution recognizing the vigilance and prompt response of the citizens and law enforcement agencies who helped prevent the attempted terrorist attack in Times Square on May 1, 2010.
Hoyer Statement Honoring Efforts to Prevent Attempted Terrorist Attack in Times Square
Today the House unanimously passed a resolution honoring the citizens, first responders, and law enforcement officers who worked together to prevent a terrorist attack in New York City’s Time Square, and to arrest a suspect.
Hoyer Statement on the COMPETES Reauthorization Act
As Democrats continue to fight for the middle class and create jobs, the COMPETES Act is a key part of that effort.
Hoyer Statement on the IMPROVE Acquisition Act
America faces a massive budget challenge, which includes record debt brought on by eight years of Republican fiscal recklessness.
Hoyer Announces Defense Acquisition Reform Bill Will Come to the Floor Next Week
This Democratic Congress has consistently made fiscal responsibility a top priority, by restoring statutory PAYGO and working with the President on a bipartisan fiscal commission to reduce the deficit.
Hoyer Statement on Defense Acquisition Reform
Fiscal responsibility is a top priority of this Democratic Congress, and a bipartisan group of Members unveiled a measure today, the IMPROVE Acquisition Act, that will build on our efforts to return our nation to a sustainable fiscal path.
Hoyer Statement on Nuclear Security Summit
The Nuclear Security Summit that concluded today brought the world together to fight a shared enemy, one that was not sufficiently addressed under years of Republican leadership.
Hoyer Statement on Signing of the New START Treaty
Today’s signing of the new START Treaty will strengthen the security of our nation, and our world.
MYTH VS. FACT: Democratic National Security Policies Are Working

Today, the House is considering the Intelligence Authorization Act, legislation that will strengthen our intelligence community's capabilities and increase our security.

GOP, Military Officials Support Democratic National Security Policies

Throughout the past year, many Congressional Republicans have attempted to use the politics of fear to score political points rather than focus on increasing our nation’s security.