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
Hoyer Statement on National Defense Authorization Act
I want to thank Chairman Skelton and the Armed Services Committee for their hard work on this bill, and I urge my colleagues to support it.
Hoyer Statement on Supplemental Appropriations Bill
I rise to voice my strong support for final passage of this supplemental appropriations bill.
Hoyer Statement on President Obama’s National Security Speech
Today, President Obama made a strong case for a national security strategy that is consistent with American values.
House Passes FY 2009 Supplemental Appropriations bill
Today, the House of Representatives passed the fiscal year 2009 Supplemental Appropriations bill by a vote of 368-60.
Hoyer Statement on the Supplemental Appropriations Act
I urge my colleagues to support this supplemental appropriations bill, which makes vital investments in the needs of our troops, responsible policy abroad, and security at home.
Hoyer Statement on Weapons Acquisition Reform
The weapons acquisition reform legislation passed by the House today is a significant step toward reducing waste, fraud and abuse in government spending.
Hoyer Statement on Defense Budget Proposals
Secretary Gates has worked hard to find cost savings in our defense budget.
Hoyer Statement on President Obama’s Iraq Strategy
Today President Obama gave an important speech describing – in his own words – ‘how the war in Iraq will end.’
Democrats Respond to the President's Iraq Strategy
Democrats responded to the announcement today that President Obama plans to end the war in Iraq and withdraw combat troops over the next 18 months.
Hoyer Statement on Increased Troop Levels in Afghanistan
President Obama’s announcement that he will send troop reinforcements to Afghanistan is the first step toward refocusing on the security and stabilization of that nation.