National Defense and Security

Our military men and women bravely risk their lives to defend the freedoms we are privileged to enjoy as Americans.

We have a duty to help our servicemen and women have the protection, the resources, and the certainty required to successfully protect our country and keep our families safe. That is why Congressman Turner continues to lead the charge against irresponsible and devastating cuts to our nation's military funding that could seriously jeopardize our national security.

As a senior member of the House Armed Services Committee, Congressman Turner has been a lead advocate for securing proper funding for the U.S. nuclear deterrent, which is vital to our national security as Russia and China increase their nuclear stockpiles. In addition, Congressman Turner has spoken out about Russia and China's aggressive pursuits in Space. He is helping lead efforts to ensure America remains the leader in outer space, and that Ohio stays at the forefront of opportunities to grow the U.S. space and defense program.

More on National Defense and Security

TURNER Introduces Legislation to Limit Transfer of F-35 Aircraft to Turkey
May 3, 2019
Press Release

This week, Congressmen Mike Turner (OH-10), John Garamendi (CA-3), and Paul Cook (CA-8) introduced the "Protecting NATO Skies Act of 2019," designed to limit the transfer of F-35 aircraft to the nation of Turkey. The bill is a companion bill to S.922, the Protecting NATO Skies Act of 2019, introduced by Sen. James Lankford (R-OK).

Issues: National Defense and Security
TURNER, Connolly Introduce Resolution Celebrating 70th Anniversary of NATO
April 3, 2019
Press Release

Washington, D.C. –Today, Congressman Michael Turner (R-OH), former President of the NATO Parliamentary Assembly, and Congressman Gerry Connolly (D-VA), Chairman of the U.S. Delegation to the NATO Parliamentary Assembly, introduced a resolution expressing the sense of the House of Representatives that the United States remains committed to the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO). The bipartisan resolution reaffirms the United States' commitment to NATO and its Article 5 collective defense commitment, calls for continued support of democratic institutions, supports maintained progress towards commitments made at the Wales Summit, and recommits U.S.

Issues: National Defense and Security
Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) Caucus Co-Chairs Announce Record Support for Program
April 2, 2019
Press Release

Today, the Congressional Joint Strike Fighter (JSF) Caucus Co-Chairs, Reps. Mike Turner (OH-10), John B. Larson (CT-01), Marc A. Veasey (TX-33), and Martha Roby (AL-02), announced record support for the F-35 Program, with 103 bipartisan cosigners for the FY2020 appropriations and authorization letter. The letter requests funding for 102 F-35 aircraft.

Issues: National Defense and Security
TURNER Calls Schiff's Behavior 'McCarthyism'
TURNER: First Step in Securing Remaining Funds for Wright-Patt Project in WH Budget
March 12, 2019
Press Release

Congressman Mike Turner (OH-10) released the following statement after the President's budget requested funding for the remaining $120.9 million of the $182 million for a new building for Wright-Patterson Air Force Base's National Air and Space Intelligence Center (NASIC):

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TURNER Reacts to Wilson
March 8, 2019
Press Release

Congressman Mike Turner (OH-10) released the following statement after Air Force Secretary Heather Wilson resigned:

"Heather Wilson is a dear friend and former colleague of mine. The importance of her incredible work in the Air Force cannot be overstated. It is not surprising to me that Heather would be sought out by other organizations looking for her strong leadership. I wish Heather all the best in her future endeavors. She will be deeply missed. Hopefully, someday we can see Heather Wilson as the first female Secretary of Defense."

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Issues: National Defense and Security
Albright Apologizes to Romney
TURNER on Space Policy Directive
February 18, 2019
Press Release

Congressman Mike Turner (OH-10) released the following statement after the President signed Space Policy Directive - 4:

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TURNER on Funding Deal and National Emergency Declaration
February 15, 2019
Press Release

Congressman Mike Turner (OH-10) released the following statement after President Donald J. Trump supported a funding deal and declared a national emergency at the southern border:

"I supported this funding deal as a step towards securing our border, which we absolutely must do. However, I believe it is a dangerous precedent for the President to be forced to declare a national emergency because Congress refuses to provide necessary funding to protect our country. As I have voiced to this Administration repeatedly, I strongly believe securing our border should not be done at the expense of previously funded military construction projects."

Issues: National Defense and Security Wright-Patterson Air Force Base
TURNER on INF Withdrawal
February 1, 2019
Press Release

Congressman Mike Turner (OH-10) released the following statement after Secretary of State Mike Pompeo announced the United States will withdraw from the 1987 Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces (INF) Treaty:

Issues: National Defense and Security