National Security

I was elected to hold this Administration accountable and I could not support a bill that does not fulfill our promise in December, and address President Obama's colossal overreach on immigration, said Congressman Guthrie. Read more »

I will be closely following the president's proposal as it advances through Congress. My primary concern is that the AUMF provide strong enough authority for the president to take any actions necessary to destroy ISIL, without placing limitations on available strategies or resources. We should not be telling our enemies exactly what we will or will not do, said Congressman Guthrie. Read more »

Included in the primary text of the bill is funding for many important agencies that keep our nation safe and secure, including: Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), the U.S. Coast Guard, the Transportation Security Agency (TSA) and the U.S. Secret Service. Amendments to H.R. 240 were also included in direct response to President Obama's unconstitutional executive overreach on immigration. Read more »

TRIA promotes a stable and affordable terrorism risk insurance market and contributes to economic certainty, said Congressman Guthrie. Read more »

Before entering into any form of conflict, whether it be air strikes or beyond, three criteria must be met: the delivery of a clear strategy for victory, a path toward lasting peace and the appropriate consultation of Congress, said Congressman Guthrie. Read more »

Congressman Brett Guthrie voted today in support of a resolution to disapprove of the Administration's decision to release known Taliban leaders, despite national security concerns, and without consulting Congress as required by law. Read more »

Fort Knox is a critical, first-class installation with state of the art training facilities that has access to road, rail and air transportation. Leaders at the base have also followed through on major facility upgrades over the last few years, including unique efforts to become more energy efficient. Kentucky taxpayers have invested in this facility because they know our nation's defense and our state's economy both depend on a robust Fort Knox, said Congressman Guthrie. Read more »

The VA needs a new set of eyes to properly audit its facilities and I believe that removing those who allowed this horrific situation to occur is the right decision. It's time for swift action and a strong response. Read more »

Congressman Brett Guthrie today voted in support of H.R. 3361, the Uniting and Strengthening America by Fulfilling Rights and Ending Eavesdropping, Dragnet-collection, and Online Monitoring (USA FREEDOM) Act. Read more »

"The House passed a bill prior to the shutdown that allowed all civilian employees who support active duty military to continue to work. The Senate and President Obama both supported this measure so it is extremely frustrating that these individuals wer Read more »