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September 10, 2026
Washington, D.C. – Providing for the common defense is such an essential responsibility that our Founders enshrined it in Article I of our Constitution. More than two centuries have transformed how America secures itself – and what it takes to do so – but the imperative to protect our great nation has not changed. Today, fulfilling that obligation requires far more than mere strength on the battlefield. It demands the understanding that our kinetic edge is only as strong as the industrial base behind it.
September 4, 2026
Washington, D.C. – Chairman Tom Cole (R-OK) issued the below statement following news reports claiming the Trump Administration is seeking to divert billions of dollars from the National Institutes of Health (NIH) to supplement the Department of War’s budget:
September 4, 2026
Today, the Subcommittee will conduct a field hearing on the Defense Industrial Base and workforce development for skilled trades. I want to thank my colleagues, Congressman Case and Congressman Valadao, for making the trip to Santa Clarita, California. I also want to thank Dr Ruys and the College of the Canyons for hosting this field hearing on topics that are central to your vision and mission, and critical to the Defense Industrial Base.
September 1, 2026
Washington, D.C. – Today, the House of Representatives met to consider the Senate Amendments to H.R. 6500 – The Continuing Appropriations Act, 2027. The measure was approved by a vote of 370-48 and will now be sent to President Trump's desk for signature.
