Mike Rogers

Last Friday, we observed the 1-year anniversary of Putin's illegal and brutal invasion of Ukraine.

Congress has responded by appropriating over $100 billion in military, economic, and humanitarian assistance to Ukraine.

It is vital we continue our investment in Ukraine, as not only do their efforts weaken our global foe of Russia, but also aid in deterring other nations from attempting similar malign incursions, such as China.

Indeed, what Ukraine has done in the defense of their homeland is admirable beyond description, a cause we must continue to support.

We will never prevail in a conflict with China if they're the source of our military supply.

I think the Space Force is critical to that, and I am a believer in it completely.

Last week's spy balloon drama playing out on the doorstep to the Secretary of State's planned visit to Beijing typifies PRC bad behavior.

The PRC does not keep its word, from its treaty with the British on Hong Kong, to its human rights abuses against the Uyghurs.

The PRC is the only competitor with both the intent and, increasingly, the capability to reshape the international order.

I am grateful for Congress's passing of the FY23 National Defense Authorization Act, including the embedded Taiwan Enhanced Resilience Act.

Maya Angelou once said that when someone shows you who they are, believe them the first time.

The PRC's intent is crystal clear.

I've called for ending the almost 44-year U.S. policy of strategic ambiguity in favor of strategic clarity.

Look, Taiwan is democratic, an idea factory, and a global force for good.

China is the most challenging national security threat America has faced in 30 years.

I look forward to working closely with my friend and colleague, Ranking Member Smith, to enact the NDAA.

While we have our disagreements at times, we have a long tradition of carrying out our responsibilities in a very bipartisan manner.

The work we do here is critical to the security of our country and that of its partners and allies around the world.

I wholeheartedly agree with Mr. DeFazio on those icebreakers. It is just inexcusable that we don't have that capability. Mr. Speaker, I have no further speakers. I reserve the balance of my time until the chairman is ready to close.

I do want to say, I am going to miss the gentlewoman from California. She has been a great member of our committee and has really championed some important issues that she just addressed. We will miss her. I do want to respond to her last…

I will concur with my friend and colleague from California. You are going to be missed, not only as a member of our committee but as a Member of this body. We have been fortunate to have had the privilege of serving with you. Similarly, I…

I thank the chairman for his leadership in this endeavor. This is a very important piece of legislation, a very bipartisan product, and I hope that our colleagues on both sides of the aisle will join the chairman and I in giving final…

I intend to support this package, and I urge its adoption. Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance of my time.

I intend to support the en bloc package even though it is not in our jurisdiction. At this time, I yield 2 minutes to the gentleman from California (Mr. Issa), my friend and colleague.

This amendment would prevent the Department of Defense from receiving reimbursement under the Economy Act for support provided to other Federal agencies in firefighting or disaster response. I support an all-of-Government approach to…