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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…
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STRICKLAND OPPOSES HARMFUL CUTS AND STANDS UP FOR WORKING AMERICANS AND CRITICAL INFRASTRUCTURE
Washington D.C. – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) calls out efforts to defund transportation safety, Coast Guard healthcare, and disaster relief, highlighting the real costs to working families, servicemembers, and vulnerable communities. Strickland’s remarks are transcribed below, and can be viewed here: Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland: Today, we are considering a bill that cuts $50 billion from job-creating programs established under the Inflation Reduction Act, including the Neighborhood…
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STRICKLAND CRITIZICES HEGSETH AND SELFISH REPUBLICAN AGENDA
Washington D.C. – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) criticized Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and underscored the importance of servicemember quality of life in the military. Strickland’s remarks are transcribed below, and can be viewed here: Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland: I’m going to support this amendment by my colleague Pat Ryan. And I want to reiterate something that…
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STRICKLAND QUESTIONS DOD OFFICIALS ON ACCESS TO FOOD AND NUTRITION STANDARDS FOR SERVICEMEMBERS
Washington D.C. – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) emphasized the need to improve food access, nutritional value, and taste for servicemembers to ensure they receive the high-quality meals they deserve. Strickland’s remarks are transcribed below, and can be viewed here: Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland: Great, thank you, Chairman Fallon and Ranking Member Houlahan. I have the honor…
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STRICKLAND QUESTIONS PENTAGON OFFICIALS ON CLIMATE CHANGE POLICIES AND US ALLIANCES IN THE INDO-PACIFIC
Washington D.C. – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA 10) questioned Admiral Samuel Paparo, General Xavier T. Brunson, and John Noh on military innovation and readiness in the Indo-Pacific. Strickland’s remarks are transcribed below, and can be viewed here: Chairman Mike Rogers: The gentleman’s time has expired. The Chair now recognizes Ms. Strickland. Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland: Thank…
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STRICKLAND QUESTIONS TRANSCOM COMMANDER ON SERVICEMEMBER FAMILIES’ RELOCATION
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), questioned General Randall Reed, Commander of U.S. Transportation Command, about the challenges surrounding the Global Household Goods Contract (GHC). Strickland’s remarks are transcribed below, and can be viewed here: Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland: Thank you, Mr. Chair. I represent Joint Base Lewis McChord, which is home to approximately 40,000…
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STRICKLAND QUESTIONS VICE ADMIRAL ON COAST GUARD MODERNIZATION, CYBERSECURITY, AND WORKFORCE STABILITY
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), questioned Vice Admiral Thomas Allan, Acting Deputy Commandant for Operations, on the urgent need for strong maritime infrastructure, modernization of the US Coast Guard, and cybersecurity readiness. Strickland’s remarks are transcribed below, and can be viewed here: Chairman Mike Ezell: The gentleman yields. The Chair now recognizes Ms.…
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Strickland on Urban Forum Northwest: Talks Musk-Trump Administration with Eddie Rye Jr.
Listen to the full interview here, or read the transcript below: Eddie Rye Jr.: Welcome to Urban forum Northwest with your host, Eddie Rye Jr, and we have a very important person from the Pacific Northwest on right now, the illustrious councilmember, Councilwoman, Congresswoman from the 10th Congressional District of Washington State, the former Mayor…
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STRICKLAND QUESTIONS MARITIME LEADERS ON WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT AND INVESTMENTS IN EDUCATION
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10), questioned maritime leaders about the need to expand workforce development and educational opportunities to attract and prepare the next generation of workers. Strickland’s remarks are transcribed below, and can be viewed here: Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland: Thank you, Chairman Ezell and Ranking Member Carbajal. I have the privilege of…
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REP STRICKLAND ON MSNBC: DEMOCRATS ARE ABOUT GOVERNING, SAFETY, AND PUTTING PEOPLE FIRST
STRICKLAND DISCUSSES DISCRIMINATION IN TENNESSEE LAWMAKER EXPULSIONS, THE PUSH TO RESTORE BAH FOR SERVICEMEMBERS, AND THE UPHILL BATTLE FOR COMMON SENSE GUN LEGISLATION Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Marilyn Strickland (WA-10) joined Reverend Al Sharpton on MSNBC’s ‘PoliticsNation with Al Sharpton’ to discuss Vice President Harris’ keynote address at the 2023 National Action Network convention, 2024 GOP Presidential…