Issue Position: Homeland Security and the War on Terror

Issue Position

Providing for the common defense of the United States of America is the federal government's primary duty. The concept of national security changed forever on September 11, 2001.

Former President George W. Bush said, "We do not create terrorism by fighting the terrorists. We invite terrorism by ignoring them." Today we know that should the current administration weaken America's resolve in the Global War on Terror, terrorists will most certainly meet us on our own soil, whether in New York, Detroit or Boston.

Congress must ever be at work to prevent vulnerabilities in American security. We must support our military's struggle against terrorism by acknowledging their accomplishments and supporting their efforts to infiltrate terrorist organizations and work towards freedom and democracy in the Middle East. We also must support the work of the Department of Homeland Security and the Central Intelligence Agency to provide pertinent information that can be used to prevent attacks. America's national security goals and interests must be clearly defined by the President of the United States so Congress can ensure appropriate resources are allocated to achieve those objectives. Where Congress commits resources, especially with regard to putting our men and women in harm's way, there must be a clear national security interest, a well-articulated purpose, an understanding of the potential costs involved and a responsible plan for victory.

We remain in a War on Terrorism, and to win we must be vigilant, determined, and united in full support of our troops. The men and women of our armed forces have made great strides in the War on Terror and in rebuilding of Iraq and Afghanistan. But progress does not equal completion. Congress must continue supporting the bravest men and women on the planet, the members of the United States military. With the support of the American people their task will be completed that much sooner so that we can bring them home to the country they love and serve.

Foxx legislation pertaining to Homeland Security and the War on Terror (sponsored, co-sponsored, or supported by Rep. Foxx):

H.R.383: War Powers Reform Act

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