In a recent hearing from General David Petraeus to this committee, he emphasized on the importance of discrediting, quote, 'the ideology of Islamic extremism.'

It is very important to me that we support the people of the Kurdish region, with the understanding that they are working to maintain and build a stable Iraq.

I am very grateful that Congresswoman Elise Stefanik is going to be the new chair of the Emerging Threats Subcommittee.

Last night, I introduced bipartisan resolution H. Res. 92, condemning North Korea's development of multiple intercontinental ballistic missiles and calling for an application of all available sanctions. Sadly, the dictatorship in North…

I believe North Korea's increasingly aggressive rhetoric and actions are of utmost concern for the security of our nation and American families.

It only applies to one country, DPRK.

It should be so clear, this is not a threat to the People's Republic.

The resolution serves as an important opportunity to send a strong bipartisan message to North Korea that the House of Representatives will not stand for their ongoing illicit activities and we'll support our allies, especially South Korea.

This calls on the U.S. to apply all available economic sanctions on North Korea.

I have had three sons serve in Iraq, in Afghanistan--field artillery, Navy doctor, Corps of Engineers.

American families today are at an increased risk of cyber attacks. Additional reports of cyber vulnerability in cars threaten the safety of American families by allowing a hacker to access a vehicle and take control from the driver…

Thank you, General and Director, for being here today.

The American worker has nothing to fear from a free trade deal with the United Kingdom, but really should embrace it.

On Friday, President Donald Trump took lifesaving action to begin the much-needed process of rebuilding our military. For the past 5 years, the failed policy of defense sequestration has forced our military to endure extreme reductions…

This week marks National School Choice Week, an opportunity to recognize the importance of providing families choice in education. As the husband of a retired schoolteacher and the grateful father of four sons and eight grandchildren, I…

Friday marked a positive new era for American families, as Donald J. Trump was sworn in as the 45th President of the United States, with Mike Pence serving as the 48th Vice President. President Donald Trump and Vice President Pence will…

I thank Chairman Mac Thornberry for yielding. I appreciate the gentleman's positive leadership as chairman of the House Armed Services Committee. I am grateful to endorse this selection of General Jim Mattis for Secretary of Defense and…

Last week The Post and Courier of Charleston announced that South Carolina is the fifth most popular State for new residents. In an annual study conducted by United Van Lines, South Carolina achieved being in a top place for people looking…

Mr. Chairman, I move to adopt Committee Resolution No. 1 concerning the committee rules.

This weekend, I was grateful to participate in the Stand Up for Life March and Rally in Columbia, hosted by the South Carolina Citizens for Life during a rare snowstorm. I appreciated hearing remarks from Evangelist Alveda King, niece of…

Early this morning, the Clemson University Tigers achieved the College Football National Championship in what was one of the most stunning and unforgettable endings to a football game. Trailing behind the formidable University of Alabama…

Last month I was grateful that President Obama signed the National Defense Authorization Act into law--legislation that will clearly prevent the closure of the prison at Guantanamo Bay. Sadly, this has not stopped the President from…

In an Associated Press article titled, ``As Obama accomplished goals, the Democratic party floundered,'' the disastrous statistics of the Obama legacy were revealed. The Associated Press analyzed: There's one number you will almost never…

I thank Chairman Ed Royce for yielding. I appreciate your leadership for peace. I am in strong support of the House resolution, which is taking a firm stand and clear stand objecting to the United Nations Security Council resolution as an…

Yesterday, the first day of the 115th Congress, the House of Representatives elected Paul Davis Ryan to serve as Speaker of the House. I have been grateful to serve with Speaker Ryan, a proven conservative, throughout my service in…