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 Brings Ohio Defense & Aerospace Forum to Dayton
October 31, 2023
Press Release

DAYTON, OHIO – Today, Congressman Mike Turner (OH-10), Chairman of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence and a senior member of the House Armed Services Committee, Jeff Hoagland, President and CEO of the Dayton Development Coalition, and Susan Edwards, President of Wright State University, held a press conference at Wright State University's Student Union to talk about the importance of the eighth annual Ohio Defense and Aerospace Forum.

Congressman Turner worked with the Dayton Development Coalition to establish the Defense Forum in 2016 and has participated in the event every year since. This year's event was the first to be held in Dayton.

Issues: National Defense and Security
Turner, Brown Announce Defense Innovation Hub in Dayton
October 18, 2023
Press Release

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Mike Turner (OH-10) and Ohio Senator Sherrod Brown announced that the Department of Defense has selected Ohio to host a defense innovation hub, the Ohio Mission Acceleration Center. The Department of Defense will establish the hub in the Miami Valley to accelerate the development and adoption of new technology solutions to meet national security challenges, and support Ohio small businesses that are on the leading edge of new technology, but face barriers to working with the Defense Department.

Issues: National Defense and Security
U.S. Delegation to NATO Parliamentary Assembly Releases Joint Statement in Support of Ukraine Funding
October 5, 2023
Press Release

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Mike Turner (OH-10), head of the U.S. delegation to the NATO Parliamentary Assembly, issued the following statement with fellow delegation members Reps. Gerald Connolly (VA-11), Linda Sanchez (CA-38), Brendan F. Boyle (PA-02), Brett Guthrie (KY-02), Rick Larsen (WA-02), Neal Dunn (FL-02), Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01), and Rich McCormick (GA-06).

Issues: War in Ukraine National Defense and Security
Turner, McClellan, Connolly, and Fitzpatrick Lead Bipartisan Joint Resolution to Strengthen Congressional Authority of U.S. NATO Membership
September 14, 2023
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Representatives Mike Turner (OH-10), Jennifer McClellan (VA-04), Gerry Connolly (VA-11), and Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01) introduced a bipartisan joint resolution to strengthen congressional authority concerning the United States' membership in the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) Alliance.

Issues: National Defense and Security
Turner, Wagner, Kean, and Wild Introduce Legislation to Uphold Dayton Peace Accords
July 18, 2023
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Mike Turner (OH-10), Chairman of the House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, Congresswoman Ann Wagner (MO-02), Vice Chair of the House Foreign Affairs Committee, Congressman Thomas Kean Jr. (NJ-07), and Congresswoman Susan Wild (PA-07) released the following statement after they introduced the Upholding the Dayton Peace Agreement Through Sanctions Act. This legislation passed the House last year.

Issues: National Defense and Security
Turner Delivers Key Victories for Southwest Ohio in House-Passed NDAA
July 14, 2023
Press Release

WASHINGTON, D.C. - Today, Congressman Mike Turner (OH-10), a senior member of the House Armed Services Committee, released the following statement after voting to pass the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2024 out of the House of Representatives.

Issues: Health Care Veterans Affairs National Defense and Security Wright-Patterson Air Force Base
House Armed Services Committee Passes Turner Amendments, Moves NDAA to House Floor
June 22, 2023
Press Release

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Mike Turner (OH-10), a senior member of the House Armed Services Committee, issued the following statement after the Fiscal Year 2024 National Defense Authorization Act was passed out of the House Armed Services Committee.

Issues: Health Care Veterans Affairs Wright-Patterson Air Force Base National Defense and Security
Turner Op-Ed: China, Russia, North Korea, and Iran are Investing in Ways to Nuke Us. The Time is Now for Missile Defense
May 4, 2023
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Today, Congressman Mike Turner (OH-10) authored an op-ed for FoxNews.com highlighting the importance of a robust U.S. missile defense system. Congressman Turner noted the emerging nuclear threats posed by adversaries like China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea and the challenges these threats pose to existing missile defense architecture. As these actors continue to invest in new offensive nuclear capabilities, Congressman Turner emphasized that the United States must stay on the path chartered by President Reagan during the Cold War and invest in technology that can offset a nuclear strike.
Issues: National Defense and Security
Turner Applauds Turkey's Decision to Ratify Finland's NATO Membership Application
March 17, 2023
Press Release

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence Chairman and Head of the U.S. Delegation of the NATO Parliamentary Assembly Mike Turner (OH-10) issued the following statement:

"From strong economic ties to interoperable defense capabilities, Finland is a critical partner and longtime ally of the United States. I applaud Turkey's decision to ratify Finland's application to join NATO. It is now on Hungary to quickly approve Finland's bid which will strengthen the Alliance during a time of Russian aggression and increasing threats. Following Finland's ascension, it is my hope that Sweden will be swiftly approved to join the strategic alliance."

Issues: National Defense and Security
Turner, Keating Introduce Bill on Black Sea Security
March 16, 2023
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Today, House Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence Chairman Mike Turner (OH-10) and Congressman Bill Keating (MA-09), Ranking Member of the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Europe, are introducing the Black Sea Security Act of 2023. This legislation is the House companion of a bill introduced today by Senators Jeanne Shaheen and Mitt Romney.
Issues: National Defense and Security