State of Military Infrastructure in Hawai‘i
served as a linchpin of our nation’s presence in the Indo-Pacific since 1875 when King Kalākaua … Force – along with a significant presence of our nation’s intelligence community. It is our nation’s Indo
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Opening statement of Co-Chairman Smith at CECC hearingDark Nets, Illicit Labor—Confronting China’s IUU Fishing and Seafood Supply Chain
human rights, the rule of law, and our national security. Credible reporting and investigative findings have exposed deeply … illegal incursions into the sovereign waters of other nations, and exploitation of workers. These abuses
Clyburn Delivers Floor Remarks Honoring The Late Reverend Jesse Louis Jackson, Sr.
Tuesday, February 14, 2026, I joined the nation in mourning the passing of one of the most quintessential … unity, and oneness, as proclaimed by our nation’s motto – E Pluribus Unum – out of many, one. Operation
Dr. Michael Tomor
working at and leading art museums across the nation, including more than a decade as Executive Director
Rep. Smith delivers remarks at AFPI's "Ending Human Trafficking: An America First Priority" roundtable
report with its tier grading of every nation’s record in making “serious and sustained efforts” to eliminate … crimes against children were denied entry by these nations. Concerned that some may fail to include their true
WATCH: Rep. Smith delivers remarks for the NJ Coalition Against Human Trafficking's 2026 Law Enforcement Conference
affects U.S. citizens and foreign nationals. And it often hides in plain sight. Your presence here sends
Marvin Knight
took note of this convening power on the national stage during the Civil Rights era under the leadership
Florida Sentinel Bulletin
Black owned newspapers in the nation with full in house production capabilities. Beyond journalism, C. Blythe Andrews
Gypsy Gallardo
area is on a path to becoming a nationally influential African American region and reminds us to always
Starling School – Carolyn Cloud
school was also named a 2022–2023 National Beta School of Merit in recognition of its commitment
Opening statement of Chairman Smith at DRC-Rwanda hearingAdvancing Peace in DRC and Rwanda through President Trump’s Washington Accords – Part II
December is not only in the U.S. national interest, but above all, for the millions of people … genocidal ideology continues to be Rwanda’s primary national security concern, we also expect M23 and Rwanda
Consideration of H.R. 7148, Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2026
time that it is critical to our national security that our Defense Department be fully operating, be fully … resolution for sixteen months now, and that cripples national security. That is a national security risk
‘Abortion injustice need not be forever’Rep. Chris Smith addresses thousands of marchers at 2026 March for Life
billion of foreign aid to serve our national interest, as well as humanitarian and health priorities, instead … Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR). A new national Marist poll released yesterday found that a huge majority
Opening statement of Chairman Smith at hearing on DRC-Rwanda conflictAdvancing Peace in DRC and Rwanda through President Trump’s Washington Accords
December is not only in the U.S. national interest, but for the millions of people who suffer … Government of Rwanda’s primary national security concern in eastern Congo. But, today, we have good reason
Introduction of Hawaii National Cemetery Act
today to introduce legislation to build a new national cemetery in Hawai‘i. I am joined … introducing the companion bill in the Senate. Our nation has a special responsibility to our veterans. They served
Opening statement of Chairman Smith at hearing on SudanStopping the Bloodshed: U.S. Response to Crimes Against Humanity in Sudan
militias. Former Trump Administration Africa Director in the National Security Council, Nicole Widdersheim of Human Rights Watch … conflicts and the dishonoured peace agreements in both nations, especially with the worsening situation
Promoting Regional Opportunities for Sustainable Prosperity and Economic Resilience in the Pacific Act Statement
through trade and investment. Most recently, the 2025 National Security Strategy asserts that “the Indo-Pacific is already … assistance to Pacific Island countries to support U.S. national security interests and the priorities of partner countries. However
H.R. 176 No Immigration Benefits for Hamas Terrorists Act Passes House Floor
June 1, 2025, Mohamed Sabry Soliman, an Egyptian national, attacked pro-Israeli demonstrators, who were marching in Boulder … Background: Under H.R. 176, any non-U.S. national who participated in or otherwise facilitated the October
Opening statement of Co-Chairman Smith at hearing on religious freedom in ChinaChina’s War on Religion: The Threat to Religious Freedom and Why it Matters to the United States
robust religious freedom diplomacy is critical for U.S. national security, as Ambassador Brownback and I wrote … freedom is strongly correlated with flourishing societies and nations—it is a security stabilizer, making countries and regions
Opening statement of Chairman Smith at hearing on religious persecution in NigeriaPresident Trump’s Redesignation of Nigeria as a "Country of Particular Concern": A Serious, Well-Founded Wake-Up Call
officer, and now U.S. Ambassador to the United Nations, Mike Waltz, was deployed to Nigeria as part
Smith delivers keynote remarks at CPAC's Christian Persecution Summit
abroad—who are harassed, marginalized, and in many nations are tortured and even martyred for their faith. Religious … Nigeria. In China. In scores of nations where the believer is unwelcomed. My first religious freedom mission
Case Speaks on National Immigrants Day
today to express gratitude and support for our Nation's vibrant immigrant community on this National Immigrants … another country—to our United States. Our Nation stands as the country with the most immigrants
Case Congratulates the Newest Cohort of Teach For America (TFA) Hawaii
Teach For America (TFA) Hawaiʻi. TFA, a critical national nonprofit partner since 1989 in our effort to eliminate … mobilize as many as possible of our nation’s most promising future leaders to grow and strengthen
Case Recognizes Filipino American History Month
Hawaii is particularly rich and echoes the national story. In 1906, the first fifteen Sakada contract laborers arrived
Case Speaks on Native Hawaiian History Month
United States and the general lack of education nationally about Hawaiian history, many Americans remain unaware that there … only Hawai‘i but also the entire nation, offering a living example of perseverance, identity and contribution