When it comes to the commonwealth of Virginia, national security is economic security. Our state is crucial to the mission and success of the U.S. military and our nation’s overall defense; in turn, defense spending makes up a fifth of our economy and is the largest, single driving factor in the economic prosperity of the commonwealth. As a focal point for our military, with 27 military… Read more »
We stand at a critical juncture in our nation’s history. We are about to decide if the United States retains its global primacy, or if we concede our position to those of malign intent.
It is no secret the United States is preparing for global military competition with China, and I am committed to ensuring our Department of Defense and warfighters are ready. I believe in peace through… Read more »
We stand at a critical juncture in our nation’s history. We are about to decide if the United States retains its global primacy or if we concede our position to those of malign intent. In such pivotal times, it is a sincere honor to announce I have been named the Vice Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Committee.
It is no secret the United States is preparing for global military… Read more »
WASHINGTON – Rep. Mike Rogers (R-Ala.), ranking member of the House Armed Services Committee (HASC), today announced the selection of Rep. Rob Wittman (R-Va.) as Vice Ranking Member of HASC for the 117th Congress.
“Congratulations to Vice Ranking Member Wittman.” Ranking Member Rogers said.“Rob and I have long served… Read more »
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01), Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Subcommittee on Seapower and Projection Forces, supported passage of legislation allowing retired Army General Lloyd Austin to be confirmed as the 28th Secretary of Defense.
“As with the nomination of… Read more »
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) issued the following statement after officially being sworn in to the 117th Congress:
“The past Congress, while divided in our political viewpoints and stalled in the quagmire of partisan posturing, accomplished much for the American people, during some of the most difficult times in our history: unprecedented pandemic relief… Read more »
WASHINGTON – Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) issued the following statement after voting to override the presidential veto of the Fiscal Year 2021 National Defense Authorization Act (FY21 NDAA), the legislation to fund our United States military and vital defense-related programs into the next year:
“Let me be very clear: the FY21 NDAA does right by our… Read more »
Today, Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) issued the following statement after voting in favor of the Consolidated Appropriations Act, which fully funds the government through September 30th, 2021, and provides additional COVID-19 pandemic relief, relief to small businesses, American workers, and more.
“The government funding and COVID-19 relief package Congress passed today… Read more »
WASHINGTON – Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01) today issued the following statement after the release of the U.S. Navy’s updated 30-Year Shipbuilding Plan:
“This 30-Year Shipbuilding Plan is all about implementing the National Defense Strategy as it pertains to Great Powers Competition,” Congressman Wittman said. “I am pleased with the Navy’s focus on maximizing our… Read more »
Congressman Rob Wittman (VA-01), Ranking Member of the House Armed Services Seapower and Projection Forces Subcommittee, issued the following statement after House passage of the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2021 (FY21 NDAA)
“After a months-long process of negotiations and discussions, made more difficult by the logistical impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, I am… Read more »
