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Strickland Questions Defense Secretary Hegseth on Army Birthday and Support for Ukraine
Washington D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) questioned U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and General Dan Caine, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Strickland questioned Secretary Hegseth on the erasure of Army history, whether Black and minority leaders will be honored in the Army parade, and questioned the DoD’s support for Ukraine.…
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Lawmakers decry DHS secretary’s push to slash Coast Guard infrastructure budget by 90%
Stars and Stripes | Lawmakers decry DHS secretary’s push to slash Coast Guard infrastructure budget by 90% By: Caitlyn Burchett WASHINGTON — Kristi Noem, the secretary of the Department of Homeland Security, wants to slash the Coast Guard’s shore infrastructure budget by 90%, a move that some lawmakers said would push the service’s housing, facilities…
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STRICKLAND QUESTIONS COAST GUARD LEADERSHIP ON ASSET DIVERSION AND PRIVATIZATION OF SEARCH AND RESCUE
Washington D.C. – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) questioned Coast Guard leadership on the reallocation of critical maritime assets away from the Pacific Northwest and raised concerns about the potential privatization of search and rescue operations. Strickland’s remarks are transcribed below, and can be viewed here: Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland: Thank you, Chairman Ezell and Ranking Member Carbajal. Nice to see you, Admiral Lunday. Congratulations and I look forward…
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STRICKLAND QUESTIONS SECRETARY OF THE ARMY AND CHIEF OF STAFF OF THE ARMY ABOUT MILITARY HOUSING INVESTMENTS
Washington D.C. – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) called for full funding of the Basic Allowance for Housing and criticized the reallocation of military housing funds to the southern border. Strickland’s remarks are transcribed below, and can be viewed here: Chairman Mike Rogers: The gentleman yields back. The Chair now recognizes the gentlelady from Washington, Ms.…
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Strickland Tours Local Leader in American Manufacturing
Lacey, WA – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) visited General Plastics Manufacturing Company, a Tacoma-based small business working in aerospace production. “Located in South Tacoma, General Plastics has been a leader in American manufacturing for over 80 years,” said Strickland. “Our local workers, small businesses, and manufacturers are our economic engine in uncertain times.” Strickland toured the…
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Strickland Statement on the Republican Budget Bill
Washington, D.C. – Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland released the following statement after voting against the One Big Ugly Bill: “President Trump, Elon Musk, and House Republicans have been lying to the American people from day one. We are seeing these lies play out as children, seniors, families, and small businesses pay the price. This Republican…
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Legislation to Address Military Housing Affordability
Comcast Newsmakers: Legislation to Address Military Housing Affordability with Rep. Marilyn Strickland, D-Wash U.S. service members who live in privatized on- or off-base military housing are eligible to receive an allowance that covers most — but not all — housing costs. This gap often causes a financial strain for active-duty military. Rep. Marilyn Strickland, D-Wash.,…
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STRICKLAND CALLS FOR CRITICAL INVESTMENTS IN INFRASTRUCTURE AND JBLM FIRE STATION 105
Washington D.C. – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) called attention to the severe infrastructure challenges at Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM), highlighting the dangerous condition of Fire Station 105, which serves as the base’s only crash and rescue facility for C-17 aircraft. Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland’s remarks are transcribed below, and can be viewed here: Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland: Mr. Chairman, thank you for recognizing me. First,…
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STRICKLAND QUESTIONS ARMY ON HOUSING CRISIS AT JBLM AND CLIMATE POLICY ROLLBACKS
Washington D.C. – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA – 10) strongly advocated for increased on-base housing at Joint Base Lewis-McChord (JBLM) and raised concerns about cuts to military programs that support energy resilience and operational readiness. Strickland’s remarks are transcribed below, and can be viewed here: Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland: Thank you, Chairman Bergman. As you all…