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Jim Clyburn's Public Statements on Issue: Defense

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07/14/2022 Congressman Clyburn Applauds House Passage of the National Defense Authorization Act
02/22/2022 Tweet - "I applaud the Biden Admin's steps to hold Vladimir Putin accountable for his escalating aggression against Ukraine. Putin's efforts to divide and misinform are not succeeding--we stand united with our allies against his unacceptable attempts to redraw borders by force."
01/25/2022 Tweet - "Our military is at its best when those called to serve can do so based on skill, not gender identity. That's why, 1 year ago today, @POTUS signed an Executive Order to ensure transgender service members can once again serve proudly and openly as their authentic selves."
12/07/2021 Tweet - "Tonight the House passed critical bipartisan legislation to keep Americans safe and support our servicemembers."
09/23/2021 Tweet - "Pleased to see the National Defense Authorization Act for FY2022 pass the House tonight. This legislation takes significant steps to combat military sexual assault, invest in our servicemembers, and fulfill our Congressional duty to ensure the security of our nation."
08/28/2021 CNN "CNN Newsroom" - Transcript: Interview with James Clyburn
08/26/2021 Tweet - "My prayers are with the families of the U.S. servicemembers who lost their lives in today's attack as well as the troops who remain in Kabul carrying out this critical mission. We must honor their sacrifice by pursuing a wise course for our country at this dangerous juncture."
08/26/2021 Tweet - "My prayers are with the families of the U.S. servicemembers who lost their lives in today's attack as well as the troops who remain in Kabul carrying out this critical mission. We must honor their sacrifice by pursuing a wise course for our country at this dangerous juncture."
08/18/2021 Letter to Hon. Admiral Michelle Howard, Chair of the Naming Commission of Department of Defense - Clyburn, McEachin Organize Local Commission, Call for Fort Lee to be Renamed
06/17/2021 Tweet - "Today the House reaffirmed that Congress alone is entrusted with the solemn constitutional authority to authorize military force when it is necessary to protect our national security. I commend @RepBarbaraLee for her steadfast leadership on this critically important issue."
01/25/2021 Tweet - "Our military is strongest when all are welcome to serve based on their skills and qualifications--not barred because of their gender identity. President Biden's executive order rightly reverses the previous administration's harmful ban on transgender Americans serving openly."
01/22/2021 Majority Whip Clyburn Congratulates Secretary Austin on Historic Confirmation
01/21/2021 Tweet - "Today the House passed the waiver to enable Lloyd Austin, a decorated retired general, to become Secretary of Defense. Secretary-designate Austin is fully committed to the vitally important principle of civilian control of the military. He will serve with integrity and honor."
12/28/2020 Tweet - "The president's veto of the National Defense Authorization Act is reckless and endangers our military and national security. A bipartisan Congress passed the NDAA. Now we must override this veto to enact it into law."
12/09/2020 Tweet - "We know our history. That is why we must remove from our military bases the names of people who dishonored our country by serving the Confederacy. Pleased this provision is included in the National Defense Authorization Act conference report, which passed the House last night."
12/08/2020 Whip Clyburn Praises President-Elect Biden's Secretary of Defense Nominee
12/08/2020 Tweet - "I enthusiastically support President-elect @JoeBiden's selection for Secretary of Defense. Gen. Austin is a crisis-tested leader, who has experience working with the former Vice President, and I believe he will serve him well as a close and trusted advisor on defense issues."
10/02/2020 Letter to the Hon. Mark Esper, Secretary of the Dept. of Defense - Committee Chairs Launch Investigation Into DOD's Inappropriate Use of CARES Act Funds
07/21/2020 Tweet - "Proud of the bipartisan effort shown in the House today to pass the National Defense Authorization Act for 2021. This bill: Authorizes a 3% pay raise for our troops Strengthens our defense against future pandemics And removes names of Confederates from military bases"
03/11/2020 Tweet - "Today, the House joined the Senate in voting to affirm that the President can't go to war w/ Iran w/o authorization from Congress. The Constitution is clear--only Congress has the power to declare war. The President must uphold the Constitution & sign this legislation into law."
01/07/2020 Tweet - "Iranian missile strikes against an American military base heightens concerns about the safety and security of our troops and Americans abroad. They should be this Administration's top priority. Escalating tensions with Iran is not the answer."
01/03/2020 Tweet - "The President's unilateral action places our country at greater risk with no evidence of a strategy. His failure to even consult Congress--entrusted by the Constitution to authorize military force--is alarming. Congress must uphold our responsibility to protect national security."
12/11/2019 Tweet - "Pleased with House passage of NDAA today, which includes important provisions to support our national defense & meets the needs of our troops & their families. I'm also pleased the NDAA includes my legislation authorizing 8th graders to participate in JROTC programs nationwide."
07/17/2019 Tweet - "This country's Intelligence Community is vital to our national security. Today, the House reauthorized intelligence funding for 2020 so we can continue to protect this country against its enemies, both foreign and domestic."
04/13/2018 Letter to President Donald Trump - Congressional Authorization Before Military Force Ordered in Syria
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