Defense

September 17, 2014

Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) today voted to authorize the Department of Defense to arm and train Syrian opposition forces fighting both the Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS), as well as the regime of Bashar al-Assad.

Issues:DefenseHomeland Security

Eliminating the ISIS Threat

September 12, 2014

Columns

This week our nation marked the 13th anniversary of the September 11, 2001 terrorists attacks. We remember not only the horror of these attacks, but also the heroism, patriotism, and unity of purpose we found as a nation in their aftermath.

Issues:DefenseHomeland Security

Smith Statement on 9/11 Anniversary

September 11, 2014

Press Release

Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) today released the following statement:

“Today we remember not only the horror of the September 11^th terrorist attacks, but also the heroism, patriotism, and unity of purpose we found as a nation in their aftermath. On this date we also remember the second anniversary of the attacks on our consulate in Benghazi, Libya which killed four Americans including our Ambassador.

Issues:DefenseHomeland SecurityVeterans

Smith Reacts to President’s Address

September 10, 2014

Press Release

Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) today responded to President Obama’s address to the nation regarding his plans to counter the threat posed by the terrorist group Islamic State of Iraq and Syria (ISIS):

“I appreciate the President addressing the American people regarding the ISIS terrorists,” said Congressman Smith. “While America is understandably weary of foreign conflicts, ISIS clearly presents a threat to American interests and allies. ISIS also poses a unique threat to the United States because many of their fighters carry American or European passports.

Issues:DefenseHomeland Security

American Leadership Needed in the World

July 25, 2014

Columns

President Ronald Reagan is known for ending the Cold War without armed conflict with the Soviet Union through a policy of Peace through Strength.

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The Way Forward in Iraq

June 20, 2014

Columns

In recent weeks, an Al-Qaeda inspired group known as the Islamic State of Iraq and al-Sham (ISIS) has quickly seized control of several cities in Northern Iraq including military facilities, banks, and even a major oil refinery.

Issues:DefenseHomeland Security

Smith Calls for Changes at the VA

May 21, 2014

Press Release

Congressman Adrian Smith (R-NE) today criticized President Obama’s statement on the status of the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA), and called for changes at the department amid growing accusations of mismanagement and abuse.

Issues:DefenseVeterans

Honoring America’s Heroes

May 19, 2014

Columns

On May 26th we will celebrate Memorial Day, a national holiday to remember those who have made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation.

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