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Strickland Presses Army Leaders on Workforce Uncertainty and Halted Poland Rotation
Washington D.C. – On Friday May 15, 2026, Congresswoman Strickland questioned Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll and General Christopher LaNeve on the existing workforce pipeline and policies, including for civilian personnel. Strickland also questioned the decision to remove 4,000 servicemembers from Poland, sparking concerns on Russian deterrence in Europe. Strickland’s remarks are transcribed below, and can be viewed here: Chairman Mike Rogers: Chair now…
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Strickland Presses Pete Hegseth on Firing of General Randy George and Military Promotion Integrity
Washington D.C. – On Wednesday, April 29, 2026, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland questioned U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth and General Dan Caine, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. Strickland questioned Hegseth’s decision to fire General George and his decision to deny four qualified servicemembers the promotion to Brigadier General. Strickland’s remarks are transcribed below, and can be viewed here: …
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STRICKLAND ADVOCATES FOR NISQUALLY INDIAN TRIBAL RIGHTS & CLEAR CREEK HATCHERY LAND TRANSFER
Washington D.C. – On Wednesday, April 29, 2026, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland spoke before the House Natural Resources Committee, advocating for the land transfer of the Clear Creek Hatchery. Clear Creek Hatchery is located on the Nisqually Indian Tribe’s ancestral lands, and is currently maintained by the Tribe. However, the hatchery is owned by the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, blocking the Tribe’s ability…
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STRICKLAND QUESTIONS PENTAGON ON INDO-PACIFIC READINESS AND DETERRENCE
Washington D.C. – On Wednesday, April 22, 2026, Congresswoman Strickland questioned Admiral Samuel Paparo, General Xavier T. Brunson, and John Noh on the deterrence and warfighting readiness of the US and its allies in the Indo-Pacific. Strickland’s remarks are transcribed below, and can be viewed here: Chairman Mike Rogers: Ms. Strickland’s recognized. Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland: Thank you Chairman Rogers and Ranking Member Smith and thank you to our…
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STRICKLAND WARNS HOUSING COSTS ARE OUTPACING MILITARY ALLOWANCE
Washington D.C. – On Thursday, April 16, 2026, Congresswoman Strickland questioned Lieutenant General Brian Eifler on the Basic Allowance for Housing’s (BAH) ability to keep pace with rising housing costs, and questioned Lieutenant General Caroline Miller on how these rising housing costs will impact military readiness. Strickland’s remarks are transcribed below, and can be viewed here: Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland: Thank you Chairman Fallon and Ranking…
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STRICKLAND QUESTIONS U.S. MILITARY READINESS; DEMANDS ANSWERS ON FIRING OF GENERAL GEORGE
Washington D.C. – On Wednesday, April 15, 2026, Congresswoman Strickland questioned General Christopher LaNeve on the current state of U.S. Army readiness and questioned General John Lamontagne on the current capabilities of the U.S. Air Force fleet. Strickland also demanded answers on Secretary Hegseth’s decision to fire General Randy George as Chief of Staff to the…
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STRICKLAND DEMANDS ANSWERS TO COAST GUARD STATION CLOSURES
Washington D.C. – Congresswoman Strickland questioned Vice Commandant Thomas Allan on workforce growth, retention, and development, and on the 25 Coast Guard stations that have been closed or downgraded since 2024. Rep. Strickland offers condolences to the family and shipmates of Aviation Survival Technician Second Class Tyler Jaggers. Strickland’s remarks are transcribed below, and can be viewed here: Chairman Mike Ezell: Chair…
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STRICKLAND DEMANDS ACCOUNTABILITY FROM DOD; WAR IN IRAN
Washington D.C. – Congresswoman Strickland questioned Under Secretary of Defense for Policy, Elbridge Colby, on if the Defense Department is adhering to the National Defense Strategy, while taking actions against Iran. Strickland’s remarks are transcribed below, and can be viewed here: Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland: Thank you, Chairman Rogers. Under Secretary Colby, you were one of the principal architects of the 2026 National Defense Strategy. And, that document…
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Strickland Speaks Out Against Trump Weaponization of ICE
Washington, D.C.—Today, Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) addressed the U.S. Coast Guard’s potential relocation of the Hawaii-homeported cutter, Harriet Lane, as well as the Trump Administration’s weaponization of ICE. Strickland’s remarks are transcribed below, and can be viewed here: Chairman Mike Ezell: Ms. Strickland. Congresswoman Mairlyn Strickland: Thank you, Chairman Ezell and Ranking Member Carbajal, for holding this hearing. I first want to focus on force laydown and the Coast Guard’s commitment to maintaining capabilities in the Indo-Pacific. A December 2025 Coast Guard report confirms…
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Strickland on MS NOW: Trump Administration in Venezuela
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) joined Katy Tur on MS NOW to discuss the Trump Administration’s recent actions in Venezuela and the lack of Congressional involvement. Strickland’s remarks can be viewed here. Katy Tur, MS NOW Reporter: Joining us, Democratic Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland of Washington state. She is a member of the Armed…