Congressman Mike Rogers, the new chair of the House Armed Services Committee, is focused on addressing threats from China, Russia, and other adversaries. As the first chairman from Alabama, Rogers is prioritizing investments in defense capabilities to counter these threats. The committee is responsible for overseeing funding and policy for the military and Department of Defense, including the National Defense Authorization Act. The FY2025 NDAA includes provisions for pay increases, funding for military installations like Redstone Arsenal, and resources for military families. Rogers emphasized the need to be prepared for global challenges, including the formation of a new “axis of evil” consisting of Russia, China, North Korea, and Iran.
Rogers plans to hold hearings and briefings on threats from adversaries, particularly China, and challenges facing the defense industrial base in the coming weeks. He aims to increase defense spending above 4% of GDP and invest in new technologies while also ensuring support for service members. Rogers is supportive of President Trump’s interest in buying Greenland for its strategic location, especially as the region’s resources become more accessible due to climate change. With Senator Tommy Tuberville on the Senate Armed Services Committee, Alabama now has representation on both sides of the Capitol in defense policy-making for the 119th Congress.
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