National Security and Foreign Policy

Congressman Johnson is dedicated to strengthening national security, supporting service members, and protecting democratic values at home and abroad. He has been a vocal advocate for congressional oversight of military actions, voting to limit unauthorized use of military force. His focus on human rights is reflected in initiatives like the Berta Cáceres Human Rights in Honduras Act, which limits U.S. funds for military operations linked to human rights abuses. Congressman Johnson also introduced legislation to safeguard election security, co-sponsored measures to hold Iran and North Korea accountable, and supported the 9/11/ Commission's recommendations. As a member of the House Armed Services Committee, he consistently prioritizes the welfare of our Armed Forces and a responsible defense budget. Congressman Johnson will continue promoting diplomatic solutions, transparent governance, and policies that address climate change's impact on security. 

For more on Congressman Johnson's work on national security and foreign policy, please read below. 

More on National Security and Foreign Policy

Congressman Johnson’s Statement on the Bombing of a Gaza Hospital This Week
October 19, 2023
Press Release

A blast at a Gaza hospital killed hundreds of Palestinians this week just before U.S. President Joe Biden visited Israel as the conflict between the Israeli military and the Hamas militant group escalated.

Issues: National Security and Foreign Policy
Ranking Member Johnson's Opening Statement: Intellectual Property and Strategic Competition with China: Part 3 - IP Theft, Cybersecurity, and AI Hearing
October 19, 2023
Speeches

WASHINGTON, D.C. -- Courts, Intellectual Property & the Internet Subcommittee Ranking Member Congressman Hank Johnson delivered the following remarks at the hearing titled: Intellectual Property and Strategic Competition with China: Part 3 - IP Theft, Cybersecurity, and AI Hearing on Thursday, Oct. 19, 2023:

Issues: Consumer Protection National Security and Foreign Policy
Congressman Johnson’s Statement on Ongoing Israel-Hamas Violence
October 10, 2023
Press Release

ATLANTA — “I must express my absolute horror at the scope and scale of the killing and carnage perpetrated upon innocent infants, children, teenagers, the elderly, as well as men and women for simply being citizens of Israel. I condemn the terrorist group Hamas unequivocally for perpetrating this brutal assault on civilians. There is no justification for it, and I stand with righteous people who stand with Israel and her citizens and friends amidst the gloom of this unprecedented attack.”

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Issues: National Security and Foreign Policy
Congressman's Statement on Unfolding Middle East Violence
October 7, 2023
Press Release

Congressman Hank Johnson's statement on news of the unfolding Israeli-Palestinian conflict this weekend:

Issues: National Security and Foreign Policy
Rep. Johnson Urges State Department to Support Investigation of Possible Wrongdoing by OAS Secretary General
April 5, 2023
Press Release

Congressman Joined by Colleagues Reps. Wild, Bush, Omar, Schakowsky, Tlaib, Holmes Norton and Pressley

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) and seven other members of Congress are calling for a deeper investigation into troubling allegations of wrongdoing and unethical behavior by Organization of American States Secretary General Luis Almagro, who is already the focus of a probe into an apparently inappropriate relationship with a subordinate.

Issues: Justice & Court Reform National Security and Foreign Policy
Judiciary Subcommittee on Courts, Intellectual Property and the Internet: Intellectual Property and Strategic Competition with China: Part I
March 8, 2023
Speeches

Ranking Member Johnson's Opening Statement

Thank you, Chairman. I share the grave concerns of my colleagues about the Chinese government’s theft of the intellectual property of our nation’s innovators.  We know that the scale of China’s IP theft is enormous, that it hurts our inventors’ ability to compete and succeed, and that we need to improve our laws and policies to—not only protect America’s intellectual property from the Chinese government—but also to mitigate the damage already done.  

Issues: Economy and Jobs National Security and Foreign Policy
Congressman Johnson Joins Congressional Delegation To Border In El Paso
February 4, 2023
Press Release

EL PASO — Today, Congressman Hank Johnson (GA-04) concluded his tour of El Paso and the border led by Congresswoman Veronica Escobar (TX-16). The congressman traveled to Texas to get a comprehensive look at the challenges migrants and federal law enforcement agents face along the border.

Press conference from El Paso HERE. 

Issues: Economy and Jobs Immigration National Security and Foreign Policy
Rep. Johnson Leads Letter on Colombia VP Security Concerns
January 13, 2023
Press Release

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, Congressman Hank Johnson (D-GA) – along with eight colleagues – sent a letter to Francisco Palmieri, Chargé D’Affaires of the U.S. Embassy in Bogota, Colombia, expressing concerns after explosives were discovered near Colombia Vice President Francia Marquez’s home this week.

Issues: National Security and Foreign Policy
Bill targeting HBCU cybersecurity job training enacted
September 27, 2022
In The News
Monday, August 15, 2022 by Douglas Clark
 
The legislation requires that 50 percent of Satcher grant funds be earmarked to…

Lawmakers and educators are espousing the benefits of the Cybersecurity Opportunity Act’s recent enactment, which officials maintain would bolster cybersecurity job training programs at Historically Black Colleges and Universities (HBCUs).

Issues: Economy and Jobs Education National Security and Foreign Policy
Sen. Ossoff, Rep. Johnson’s Bipartisan Bill to Boost Cybersecurity Job Training at HBCUs Signed into Law
August 9, 2022
Press Release

Bipartisan bill establishes the "Dr. David Satcher Cybersecurity Education Grant Program" to expand cybersecurity education and boost job opportunities

50% of funds will go to HBCUs, tribal, and minority serving institutions

Georgia's HBCU leaders celebrate bill being signed into law

Issues: Consumer Protection Education National Security and Foreign Policy
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