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Military commanders testified about training programs, issues surrounding U.S. efforts to properly train Iraqi security forces, and recommendation by the Iraq Study Group that more training …

Witnesses testified about reported findings of weapons of mass destruction in Iraq, including a recent report of 500 munitions containing serin and mustard gas. Defense Department officials …

Witnesses testified about the use of military equipment and personnel protection gear by forces deployed in Iraq and Afghanistan. In this third hearing on the topic by the subcommittee, the …

The House debated a non-binding resolution (H. Res. 861) on support for operations in Iraq and efforts to combat international terrorism. It also stated that no time limits should be set for…

Members considered a resolution on the immediate withdrawal of military forces from Iraq. The resolution was brought to the floor by Representative Hunter to clarify the House’s position on …

The House Armed Services Committee held a hearing on the border security mission of the National Guard. They heard testimony on planned operational coordination with law enforcement, includi…

Representative Weldon talked about the defense authorization bill and proposed military programs. The legislation was expected to go to the House floor later in the day. He also responded to…

The House considered several bills under suspension of the rules. Members also approved a bill that reauthorizes 15 intelligence agencies.

Witnesses testified about retribution against whistleblowers in national security areas. The first panel was made up of present and former military and government officials from the most sec…

Representative Curt Weldon talked about military spending and the Army budget for Fiscal Year 2007. He also responded to comments and questions via telephone and electronic mail.

The House Armed Services Committee held a hearing on the Fiscal Year 2007 defense authorization request. Secretary of Defense Donald Rumsfeld and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman General Peter…

The House met overnight in order to complete business prior to adjourning the first session of the 109th Congress.