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Jan. 28, 2024
McConnell Statement On Iran-Backed Attack That Killed 3 American Servicemembers
Sen. Mitch McConnell
Dec. 7, 2023
Senate Must Not Allow Retreat In Face Of Terror
Sen. Mitch McConnell
Nov. 30, 2023
McConnell Celebrates Robley Rex VAMC Construction Milestone
Sen. Mitch McConnell
Nov. 14, 2023
McConnell Opening Remarks At Rules Committee Markup
Sen. Mitch McConnell
Feb. 13, 2023
Letter to Lloyd Austin, Secretary of Defense - Rogers, Comer Demand Answers From Dod on Improper Release of Personnel Files
Rep. Jamie Comer, ...
Dec. 15, 2022
Tweet - "The Biden Administration's COVID-19 vaccine mandate for our military has hurt readiness and retention. Big win for Senator @MarshaBlackburn , Senate Republicans, and most importantly for the men and women who bravely serve our nation in uniform."
Sen. Mitch McConnell
Dec. 6, 2022
Letter to Mitch McConnell, Senate Minority Leader, John Thune, Senate Minority Whip, John Barrasso, Chair of the Republican Conference, Roy Blunt, Chair of the Republican Policy Committee - Kennedy urges Senate leadership not to move on NDAA without vote to end Covid vaccine mandate for military
Sen. Rand Paul, ...
Oct. 18, 2022
Letter to Linda Fagan, Commandant of the Coast Guard -Oversight Republicans Raise Concerns Over Coast Guard Denying Members' Religious Exemptions to the COVID Vaccine
Rep. Jamie Comer, ...
Sept. 15, 2022
Letter to Lloyd Austin, Secretary of Defense - Reps. Roy, Johnson, Massie demand Pentagon release data on vaccine mandate harming military readiness
Rep. Thomas Massie, ...
Sept. 15, 2022
Letter to Christine Wormuth, Secretary of the Army - Rep. Roy demands Army reverse "shockingly aggressive' travel policy punishing unvaccinated soldiers
Rep. Thomas Massie, ...
July 26, 2022
Letter to Lloyd Austin, Secretary of Defense - Ranking Member Waltz Asks Secretary Austin to Reconsider DoD COVID Vaccine Mandate on National Guard
Rep. Andy Barr, ...
July 15, 2022
Congressman Rogers Supports the National Defense Authorization Act
Rep. Hal Rogers
July 15, 2022
Barr Votes for National Defense Authorization Act
Rep. Andy Barr
July 14, 2022
Guthrie Votes to Support Military Readiness and Military Families
Rep. Steven Guthrie
April 28, 2022
Letter to Lloyd Austin, Secretary of Defense - Sen. Marshall Questions Pentagon About COVID Vaccine Military Discharges
Sen. Rand Paul, ...
March 21, 2022
Congressman Rogers Salutes Boyd County Marine Killed During Training Exercise
Rep. Hal Rogers
March 20, 2022
Tweet - "I was saddened to learn that Cpl. Jacob Moore of Catlettsburg, Kentucky, was one of four Marines killed during NATO exercises in Norway Friday night. I am incredibly grateful for his service defending our nation's freedom. My prayers are with his family in this difficult time."
Sen. Mitch McConnell
Nov. 25, 2021
Tweet - "Americans are once again coming together to break bread and count the blessings we are fortunate to call our own. I'm thinking especially of our brave servicemen and women who protect our country and our freedoms. I hope you and your family have a Happy Thanksgiving."
Sen. Mitch McConnell
Oct. 27, 2021
McConnell: Biden Administration Needs to Get Serious About Our National Security
Sen. Mitch McConnell
Oct. 25, 2021
Barr Votes to Award Congressional Gold Medal to Thirteen Fallen American Heroes
Rep. Andy Barr
Oct. 21, 2021
Syria Drone Attack Shows Biden Administration Must Stand Strong
Sen. Mitch McConnell
Sept. 30, 2021
Letter to Hon. Lloyd J. Austin III, Secretary of Defense - Comer Requests Briefing on Charges Against Lt. Col. Stuart Scheller
Rep. Jamie Comer, ...
Sept. 14, 2021
Dr. Rand Paul to Sec. of State Blinken: "You'd think you'd kind of know before you off somebody with a predator drone."
Sen. Rand Paul
Aug. 26, 2021
Rep. Barr Statement on Afghanistan Bombings that Killed U.S. Military Service-Members
Rep. Andy Barr
July 23, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Mike Rogers, ranking member of the Committee on Armed Services and the Hon. Adam Smith, Chairmen of the Committee on Armed Services - Defazio, Davis, Wyden, Paul Urge House Armed Services Committee To End Military Draft Registration
Sen. Rand Paul, ...
May 6, 2021
Miller-Meeks Joins Push to Get Answers on VA Delays
Rep. Jamie Comer, ...
Jan. 22, 2021
Dr. Rand Paul Releases 2020 "Festivus' Report on Government Waste
Sen. Rand Paul
Oct. 23, 2020
Letter to Scott Levins, Dir. of the National Personnel Records Center - Reps. Van Taylor, Jimmy Panetta Urge NPRC to Resume Processing Military Personnel Records
Rep. Jamie Comer, ...
Sept. 18, 2020
Tweet - "Today we honor National POW/MIA Recognition Day. More than 1300 patriotic Kentuckians still haven't come home. They are not forgotten, and we are still searching."
Sen. Mitch McConnell
Sept. 14, 2020
Tweet - "All military families serve alongside their loved ones in uniform. The new Gold Star Families Memorial in Owensboro, KY commemorates the sacrifices these patriots made in the name of freedom. The nation can never repay our debt. But we can keep these families in our prayers."
Sen. Mitch McConnell
Aug. 3, 2020
Tweet - "The Senate mourns the young American servicemembers who were tragically lost while training last week. Our sympathies are with their families and our gratitude is with all the personnel who led the tireless search."
Sen. Mitch McConnell
July 7, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - Biggs, Massie Call for Immediate Withdrawal of All U.S. Military Personnel from Afghanistan and Iraq
Rep. Thomas Massie, ...
June 30, 2020
National Defense Authorization Act
Sen. Mitch McConnell
June 12, 2020
The American Conservative - "Trump Deserves Credit For Bringing The Troops Home"
Sen. Rand Paul
May 25, 2020
Tweet - "As we continue to meet a new generation of American heroes, we set Memorial Day aside to honor the memory of brave men and women who have laid down their lives in military service. May our actions pay tribute to their tremendous sacrifice for our great nation."
Sen. Mitch McConnell
April 8, 2020
Tweet - "God's Pantry has been busy during the coronavirus pandemic, and the @kentuckyguard has been there to help, packing 10k boxes of food for those in need across the Commonwealth. Thank you to our Kentucky Guard for showing that we're all in this together."
Sen. Mitch McConnell
Feb. 14, 2020
Dr. Rand Paul Announces 2020 Service Academy Nominations
Sen. Rand Paul
Feb. 6, 2020
Representatives Barr and Gabbard Reintroduce Military Sexual Assault Victims Empowerment Act
Rep. Andy Barr, ...
Jan. 14, 2020
Congressman Comer congratulates Kelli Pendleton on selection as Civilian Aide to Secretary of the Army
Rep. Jamie Comer
Dec. 25, 2019
Tweet - "Today, I'd especially like to wish our Kentuckians in uniform, and all American servicemembers stationed abroad, a very Merry Christmas. As we celebrate the birth of His son, may God continue to bless the nation they serve. Merry Christmas, everyone."
Sen. Mitch McConnell
Dec. 11, 2019
Guthrie Votes to Support Our Troops
Rep. Steven Guthrie
Dec. 11, 2019
Rogers Applauds Passage of 2020 Federal Defense Bill
Rep. Hal Rogers
Dec. 10, 2019
Tweet - "Our servicemembers in Kentucky -- from Ft. Campbell to Ft. Knox to the Blue Grass Army Depot -- cannot afford for the NDAA to fail. Neither can our men and women in uniform overseas. I hope both chambers can pass the NDAA conference report and send it to President Trump soon."
Sen. Mitch McConnell
Nov. 29, 2019
In Honor of the Ncaa 150th Anniversary of College Football
Rep. Steven Guthrie
Nov. 7, 2019
Celebrating and Serving Our Nation's Patriots
Rep. Jamie Comer
Oct. 16, 2019
CNN "The Lead With Jake Tapper" - Transcript "Interview with Sen. Rand Paul"
Sen. Rand Paul
Sept. 25, 2019
Tweet - "Later today, the Senate will vote to urge full funding for important military construction projects. I urge my Democratic colleagues not to oppose these much-needed resources for our men and women in uniform."
Sen. Mitch McConnell
Sept. 23, 2019
Tweet - "Last week, Democrats blocked funding for our men and women in uniform -- including pay raises -- in order to pick a partisan fight with the White House. That's quite a statement of priorities. Funding the government will require putting partisanship aside."
Sen. Mitch McConnell
June 13, 2019
Menendez, Booker Co-Sponsor Bipartisan Bill to Address Crisis of Military Sexual Assault
Sen. Rand Paul, ...
June 13, 2019
Udall, Heinrich Reintroduce Military Justice Improvement Act To Address Crisis Of Military Sexual Assault
Sen. Rand Paul, ...
Date
Title
Politician
Jan. 28, 2024
McConnell Statement On Iran-Backed Attack That Killed 3 American Servicemembers
Sen.Mitch McConnell
Dec. 7, 2023
Senate Must Not Allow Retreat In Face Of Terror
Sen.Mitch McConnell
Nov. 30, 2023
McConnell Celebrates Robley Rex VAMC Construction Milestone
Sen.Mitch McConnell
Nov. 14, 2023
McConnell Opening Remarks At Rules Committee Markup
Sen.Mitch McConnell
Feb. 13, 2023
Letter to Lloyd Austin, Secretary of Defense - Rogers, Comer Demand Answers From Dod on Improper Release of Personnel Files
Rep.Jamie Comer, ...
Dec. 15, 2022
Tweet - "The Biden Administration's COVID-19 vaccine mandate for our military has hurt readiness and retention. Big win for Senator @MarshaBlackburn , Senate Republicans, and most importantly for the men and women who bravely serve our nation in uniform."
Sen.Mitch McConnell
Dec. 6, 2022
Letter to Mitch McConnell, Senate Minority Leader, John Thune, Senate Minority Whip, John Barrasso, Chair of the Republican Conference, Roy Blunt, Chair of the Republican Policy Committee - Kennedy urges Senate leadership not to move on NDAA without vote to end Covid vaccine mandate for military
Sen.Rand Paul, ...
Oct. 18, 2022
Letter to Linda Fagan, Commandant of the Coast Guard -Oversight Republicans Raise Concerns Over Coast Guard Denying Members' Religious Exemptions to the COVID Vaccine
Rep.Jamie Comer, ...
Sept. 15, 2022
Letter to Lloyd Austin, Secretary of Defense - Reps. Roy, Johnson, Massie demand Pentagon release data on vaccine mandate harming military readiness
Rep.Thomas Massie, ...
Sept. 15, 2022
Letter to Christine Wormuth, Secretary of the Army - Rep. Roy demands Army reverse "shockingly aggressive' travel policy punishing unvaccinated soldiers
Rep.Thomas Massie, ...
July 26, 2022
Letter to Lloyd Austin, Secretary of Defense - Ranking Member Waltz Asks Secretary Austin to Reconsider DoD COVID Vaccine Mandate on National Guard
Rep.Andy Barr, ...
July 15, 2022
Congressman Rogers Supports the National Defense Authorization Act
Rep.Hal Rogers
July 15, 2022
Barr Votes for National Defense Authorization Act
Rep.Andy Barr
July 14, 2022
Guthrie Votes to Support Military Readiness and Military Families
Rep.Steven Guthrie
April 28, 2022
Letter to Lloyd Austin, Secretary of Defense - Sen. Marshall Questions Pentagon About COVID Vaccine Military Discharges
Sen.Rand Paul, ...
March 21, 2022
Congressman Rogers Salutes Boyd County Marine Killed During Training Exercise
Rep.Hal Rogers
March 20, 2022
Tweet - "I was saddened to learn that Cpl. Jacob Moore of Catlettsburg, Kentucky, was one of four Marines killed during NATO exercises in Norway Friday night. I am incredibly grateful for his service defending our nation's freedom. My prayers are with his family in this difficult time."
Sen.Mitch McConnell
Nov. 25, 2021
Tweet - "Americans are once again coming together to break bread and count the blessings we are fortunate to call our own. I'm thinking especially of our brave servicemen and women who protect our country and our freedoms. I hope you and your family have a Happy Thanksgiving."
Sen.Mitch McConnell
Oct. 27, 2021
McConnell: Biden Administration Needs to Get Serious About Our National Security
Sen.Mitch McConnell
Oct. 25, 2021
Barr Votes to Award Congressional Gold Medal to Thirteen Fallen American Heroes
Rep.Andy Barr
Oct. 21, 2021
Syria Drone Attack Shows Biden Administration Must Stand Strong
Sen.Mitch McConnell
Sept. 30, 2021
Letter to Hon. Lloyd J. Austin III, Secretary of Defense - Comer Requests Briefing on Charges Against Lt. Col. Stuart Scheller
Rep.Jamie Comer, ...
Sept. 14, 2021
Dr. Rand Paul to Sec. of State Blinken: "You'd think you'd kind of know before you off somebody with a predator drone."
Sen.Rand Paul
Aug. 26, 2021
Rep. Barr Statement on Afghanistan Bombings that Killed U.S. Military Service-Members
Rep.Andy Barr
July 23, 2021
Letter to the Hon. Mike Rogers, ranking member of the Committee on Armed Services and the Hon. Adam Smith, Chairmen of the Committee on Armed Services - Defazio, Davis, Wyden, Paul Urge House Armed Services Committee To End Military Draft Registration
Sen.Rand Paul, ...
May 6, 2021
Miller-Meeks Joins Push to Get Answers on VA Delays
Rep.Jamie Comer, ...
Jan. 22, 2021
Dr. Rand Paul Releases 2020 "Festivus' Report on Government Waste
Sen.Rand Paul
Oct. 23, 2020
Letter to Scott Levins, Dir. of the National Personnel Records Center - Reps. Van Taylor, Jimmy Panetta Urge NPRC to Resume Processing Military Personnel Records
Rep.Jamie Comer, ...
Sept. 18, 2020
Tweet - "Today we honor National POW/MIA Recognition Day. More than 1300 patriotic Kentuckians still haven't come home. They are not forgotten, and we are still searching."
Sen.Mitch McConnell
Sept. 14, 2020
Tweet - "All military families serve alongside their loved ones in uniform. The new Gold Star Families Memorial in Owensboro, KY commemorates the sacrifices these patriots made in the name of freedom. The nation can never repay our debt. But we can keep these families in our prayers."
Sen.Mitch McConnell
Aug. 3, 2020
Tweet - "The Senate mourns the young American servicemembers who were tragically lost while training last week. Our sympathies are with their families and our gratitude is with all the personnel who led the tireless search."
Sen.Mitch McConnell
July 7, 2020
Letter to the Hon. Donald Trump, President of the United States - Biggs, Massie Call for Immediate Withdrawal of All U.S. Military Personnel from Afghanistan and Iraq
Rep.Thomas Massie, ...
June 30, 2020
National Defense Authorization Act
Sen.Mitch McConnell
June 12, 2020
The American Conservative - "Trump Deserves Credit For Bringing The Troops Home"
Sen.Rand Paul
May 25, 2020
Tweet - "As we continue to meet a new generation of American heroes, we set Memorial Day aside to honor the memory of brave men and women who have laid down their lives in military service. May our actions pay tribute to their tremendous sacrifice for our great nation."
Sen.Mitch McConnell
April 8, 2020
Tweet - "God's Pantry has been busy during the coronavirus pandemic, and the @kentuckyguard has been there to help, packing 10k boxes of food for those in need across the Commonwealth. Thank you to our Kentucky Guard for showing that we're all in this together."
Sen.Mitch McConnell
Feb. 14, 2020
Dr. Rand Paul Announces 2020 Service Academy Nominations
Sen.Rand Paul
Feb. 6, 2020
Representatives Barr and Gabbard Reintroduce Military Sexual Assault Victims Empowerment Act
Rep.Andy Barr, ...
Jan. 14, 2020
Congressman Comer congratulates Kelli Pendleton on selection as Civilian Aide to Secretary of the Army
Rep.Jamie Comer
Dec. 25, 2019
Tweet - "Today, I'd especially like to wish our Kentuckians in uniform, and all American servicemembers stationed abroad, a very Merry Christmas. As we celebrate the birth of His son, may God continue to bless the nation they serve. Merry Christmas, everyone."
Sen.Mitch McConnell
Dec. 11, 2019
Guthrie Votes to Support Our Troops
Rep.Steven Guthrie
Dec. 11, 2019
Rogers Applauds Passage of 2020 Federal Defense Bill
Rep.Hal Rogers
Dec. 10, 2019
Tweet - "Our servicemembers in Kentucky -- from Ft. Campbell to Ft. Knox to the Blue Grass Army Depot -- cannot afford for the NDAA to fail. Neither can our men and women in uniform overseas. I hope both chambers can pass the NDAA conference report and send it to President Trump soon."
Sen.Mitch McConnell
Nov. 29, 2019
In Honor of the Ncaa 150th Anniversary of College Football
Rep.Steven Guthrie
Nov. 7, 2019
Celebrating and Serving Our Nation's Patriots
Rep.Jamie Comer
Oct. 16, 2019
CNN "The Lead With Jake Tapper" - Transcript "Interview with Sen. Rand Paul"
Sen.Rand Paul
Sept. 25, 2019
Tweet - "Later today, the Senate will vote to urge full funding for important military construction projects. I urge my Democratic colleagues not to oppose these much-needed resources for our men and women in uniform."
Sen.Mitch McConnell
Sept. 23, 2019
Tweet - "Last week, Democrats blocked funding for our men and women in uniform -- including pay raises -- in order to pick a partisan fight with the White House. That's quite a statement of priorities. Funding the government will require putting partisanship aside."
Sen.Mitch McConnell
June 13, 2019
Menendez, Booker Co-Sponsor Bipartisan Bill to Address Crisis of Military Sexual Assault
Sen.Rand Paul, ...
June 13, 2019
Udall, Heinrich Reintroduce Military Justice Improvement Act To Address Crisis Of Military Sexual Assault
Sen.Rand Paul, ...
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