Royce Delegation Returns to U.S. After Meetings in Middle East & North Africa

Press Release 04.09.16

Washington, D.C. – House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Ed Royce (R-CA) and a bipartisan delegation have completed a week of meetings with partners in the Middle East & North Africa where discussions focused on the fight against ISIS. “ISIS is a threat to freedom and security worldwide,” said Chairman Royce. “It has carved out sanctuaries in Syria, Libya and […]

A Look Ahead—April 11-15

Press Release 04.08.16

Washington, D.C. – Today, House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Ed Royce (R-CA) announced the following upcoming Committee events: Wednesday, April 13 Subcommittee Hearing: Assessing President Obama’s Middle East and North Africa FY 2017 Budget Request 11:30 a.m. on Wednesday, April 13 in 2172 Rayburn House Office Building Subcommittee on the Middle East and North Africa Rep. […]

Chairman Royce via Washington Post: The United States must not aid and abet Iranian money laundering

Press Release 04.06.16

The United States must not aid and abet Iranian money laundering By Ed Royce April 6, 2016 Iran has yet to see the economic growth it wants from President Obama’s nuclear deal, and it’s demanding additional concessions — above and beyond the agreement — in return for nothing. Specifically, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei wants the United […]

The United States must not aid and abet Iranian money laundering

Op-Ed 04.05.16

Iran has yet to see the economic growth it wants from President Obama’s nuclear deal, and it’s demanding additional concessions — above and beyond the agreement — in return for nothing. Specifically, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei wants the United States to end sanctions aimed at curbing Iran’s funding for terrorism and illicit weapons so Iran can gain access to the U.S. financial system, where the majority of international business is conducted.

Defeating ISIS requires a new approach, not tired half-measures

Op-Ed 04.03.16

Right now, Americans are facing growing dangers at home and abroad because Islamist extremists have been given the space to plan, inspire and carry out terror attacks. Deaths are mounting. Many of us are still struggling with pain and shock from the December terror rampage in San Bernardino that killed 14 – including a mother of six and a father of three.

Chairman Royce Statement on Tomorrow’s Nuclear Security Summit

Press Release 03.30.16

Washington, DC – House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Ed Royce (R-CA) released the following statement ahead of the upcoming nuclear security summit in Washington: “With terrorist threats growing worldwide, ensuring the security of nuclear materials must be a top priority for every nation. ISIS has used chemical weapons in Iraq, and we know that the […]

8 Key Points on President Obama’s Plan to Close the Terrorist Prison at Guantanamo Bay

Blog 03.24.16

Yesterday, the House Foreign Affairs Committee questioned two top administration officials at the Department of State and Department of Defense charged with overseeing the president’s push to empty out the terrorist prison at Guantanamo Bay before he leaves office.

Chairman Royce Floor Statement on Brussels Terror Attacks

Press Release 03.23.16

Washington, D.C. – House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Ed Royce (R-CA) spoke on the House floor today in support of a resolution to condemn the terror attacks in Brussels and declare ISIS a threat to global security. The full House will pass the resolution later this morning. Following are Chairman Royce’s remarks as prepared for […]

Chairman Royce to Convene Hearing to Examine Admin’s Plan to Close GITMO – Today at 9:30 a.m.

Press Release 03.23.16

Chairman Royce Opening Statement Washington, D.C. – Today at 9:30 a.m., House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Ed Royce (R-CA) will convene a hearing entitled “The Administration’s Plan to Close the Guantanamo Bay Detention Facility: At What Foreign Policy and National Security Cost?” Live webcast and witness testimony will be available HERE. Below is Chairman Royce’s opening statement (as […]

Chairman Royce Statement on President Obama’s Trip to Argentina

Press Release 03.22.16

Washington, D.C. – House Foreign Affairs Committee Chairman Ed Royce (R-CA) released the following statement ahead of President Obama’s visit to Argentina: “I am disappointed to hear President Obama’s schedule does not include a stop at the Argentine Israelite Mutual Association or a meeting with survivors. The July 18, 1994 attacks on AMIA and the […]