Ann Wagner

Israel is locked in a generational fight for survival against genocidal Hamas terrorists.

Today we are advancing legislation that will give the U.S. and Israel critical tools to defend against brutal terrorist Iran and Iranian proxies.

We absolutely must counter China's influence in the Middle East. This was a national security imperative.

I think I laid that out yesterday. So -- Not overnight.

Iran is a State sponsor of terror. U.S. policy must always, always aim to deter or punish Iran's use of terrorist proxies.

The Administration's policies have been exceedingly counterproductive.

The United States' authorization for U.S. military against terrorists that seek to kill Americans is urgently needed in the current threat landscape.

The SEC's mission is to protect investors; maintain fair, orderly, and efficient markets; and to facilitate capital formation.

As guarantor--we are the guarantor in the United States--of the Dayton Peace Agreement that ended the horrific violence Bosnian war, the United States must prioritize deterring these destabilizing, destructive, and anti-democratic actors.

Reckless secessionists like Milorad Dodik, President of Bosnia's Republika Srpska entity, and his Russian backers, are counting on the United States to stand by while they undermine the region's peace and stability.

The burden of excessive regulations and politically-motivated disclosure requirements falls heavily on small and medium-sized companies, impeding their growth.

I think Director Gerding's controversial rulemakings and decisions threaten to undermine the attractiveness of public markets and stall economic growth.

It is definitely in line with free market capitalism to stop monopolies and duopolies created by the administrative state.

What we are seeking is more accountability and transparency in the proxy process by the duopoly of proxy advisory firms testifying before us today.

We must remember that the primary purpose of our public markets is to foster economic growth.

What is even more concerning is that these policies end up burdening retail investors, who rely on solid financial returns to save for retirement, purchase a home, or pay for their child's education.

These increased costs hinder the ability of American public companies to compete on a global scale, putting them at a disadvantage, while China's economic influence continues to grow.

I am greatly concerned with the Biden Administration's continued efforts to force non-material environmental, social, and political issues on American companies and investors.

As a proud Army mom whose son is a graduate of West Point, I insist that the lieutenant general take my son, Raymond, the good captain, to the mint also. Madam Speaker, I reserve the balance of my time.

I would simply urge my colleagues to support H.R. 1548, and I yield back the balance of my time.

I would just simply urge my colleagues to support H.R. 2622, and I yield back the balance of my time.

We want the right weaponry delivered as quickly as possible.

Now is our moment. And we have to do whatever we possibly can to provide the Ukrainians with the necessary armament.

The world is a safer, safer place when NATO is strong, capable, and ready.

Spending 2 percent of GDP on defense should be a floor, not a ceiling, for each member of the Alliance.