McCaul, Wilson, HFAC Members Oppose Potential Extension of Syria Sanctions Exemption

Press Release 07.24.23

Washington, D.C. – House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul (R-TX) and Subcommittee on the Middle East, North Africa, and Central Asia Chairman Joe Wilson (R-SC) sent a letter to President Biden underscoring their opposition to extending or reissuing Syria General License 23, which authorized direct transactions with the Assad regime for 180 days after […]

McCaul Begins Investigative Interviews Into Corruption at U.S. Agency for Global Media

Press Release 07.24.23

Washington, D.C.– House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul issued the following statement today announcing a significant milestone in his two-year investigation into corruption at the U.S. Agency for Global Media (USAGM). The committee’s unwavering commitment to pursuing truth and accountability has uncovered alarming evidence of misconduct and negligence at the senior-most levels of the agency. “My […]

McCaul Opposes Travel to Afghanistan and Normalization of Taliban

Press Release 07.24.23

Washington, D.C. – House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul sent a letter to Secretary of State Antony Blinken expressing strong opposition to U.S. government officials traveling to meet with the Taliban and legitimizing their de-facto governance of Afghanistan, which continues to be contested. “Since taking power, the Taliban have only worsened their behavior despite […]

ICYMI: Chairman McCaul Joined ABC’s “This Week” on Sunday

Press Release 07.23.23

Washington, D.C. – House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul joined Martha Raddatz on ABC’s “This Week” today to discuss the US’s priorities in the Indo-Pacific and how the Biden administration should confront the CCP. WATCH HERE. On sending a strong message of deterrence to our adversaries: “As you note, it’s the first time in […]

TUNE IN: Chairman McCaul to Join ABC’s This Week on Sunday with Martha Raddatz

Press Release 07.21.23

Washington, D.C. – House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul will join ABC’s “This Week” with Martha Raddatz this Sunday, July 23rd. “This Week” airs at 10:00am CT in Houston, at 9:00amCT in Austin and Waco/College Station, and at 9:00amET in Washington, D.C. Chairman McCaul will discuss the US’s priorities in the Indo-Pacific, how the […]

McCaul, Kean, Kim, Huizenga Introduce the Bilateral Resilience in Industry Trade Security (BRITS) Act to Strengthen U.S.-U.K. Defense Cooperation

Press Release 07.21.23

Washington, D.C. – House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul (R-TX), Subcommittee on Europe Chairman Congressman Tom Kean, Jr. (R-NJ), Subcommittee on the Indo-Pacific Chairwoman Rep. Young Kim (R-CA), and Rep. Bill Huizenga (R-MI) introduced the Bilateral Resilience in Industry Trade Security (BRITS) Act, legislation that would be a significant step in reinforcing the alliance between […]

Subcommittee Hearing Announcement: “Colombia’s Descent to Socialism: Assessing Gustavo Petro’s Presidency”

Press Release 07.20.23

Washington, D.C. – The House Foreign Affairs Committee announced the Subcommittee on the Western Hemisphere will convene a hearing entitled, “Colombia’s Descent to Socialism: Assessing Gustavo Petro’s Presidency” on Thursday, July 27th. What: Hearing – “Colombia’s Descent to Socialism: Assessing Gustavo Petro’s Presidency” Date: Thursday, July 27th, 2023 Time: 2:00pm ET Location: HVC-210 Witnesses: Mr. Mark Wells […]

Subcommittee Hearing Announcement: “Illicit IT: Bankrolling Kim Jong Un”

Press Release 07.20.23

Washington, D.C. – The House Foreign Affairs Committee announced the Subcommittee on the Indo-Pacific will convene a hearing entitled, “Illicit IT: Bankrolling Kim Jong Un” on Thursday, July 27th. What: Hearing – “Illicit IT: Bankrolling Kim Jong Un” Date: Thursday, July 27th, 2023 Time: 2:00pm ET Location: 2200 RHOB Witnesses: Mr. Bruce Klingner Senior Research Fellow, Asian […]

Subcommittee Hearing Announcement: “A Failure to Plan: Examining the Biden Administration’s Preparation for the Afghanistan Withdrawal”

Press Release 07.20.23

Washington, D.C. – The House Foreign Affairs Committee announced the Subcommittee on Oversight and Accountability will convene a hearing entitled, “A Failure to Plan: Examining the Biden Administration’s Preparation for the Afghanistan Withdrawal” on Thursday, July 27th. This hearing will examine the Biden administration’s planning for the unconditional U.S. military withdrawal from Afghanistan, including the administration’s […]

McCaul, Meeks, Connolly Introduce Bipartisan Taiwan Tax Agreement Act

Press Release 07.19.23

Washington, D.C. – Today, House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Michael McCaul (R-TX), Ranking Member Rep. Gregory W. Meeks (D-NY), and Rep. Gerry Connolly (D-VA) introduced the bipartisan Taiwan Tax Agreement Act of 2023, authorizing the Biden administration to negotiate and conclude a tax agreement with Taiwan. This potential agreement between the United States and Taiwan […]