Defense and Foreign Affairs
To mark two years since the start of Russia’s unprovoked and illegal invasion of Ukraine the bipartisan Co-Chairs of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus Congressman Mike Quigley (IL-05), Congresswoman Marcy Kaptur (OH-09), Congressman Brian Fitzpatrick (PA-01) and Congressman Andy Harris (MD-01) have introduced H.Res.
Today, U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05), released the following statement after voting against a stand-alone Israel aid package that would cut $14.3 billion in funding for the Internal Revenue Service. The nonpartisan Congressional Budget Office estimates this bill would add $12.5 billion to the deficit through 2033 and would result in $26.8 billion in lost tax revenue.
“During all my years in Congress, support for Israel has never been a partisan issue. Until extremists took the gavel.
Today, U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05), Co-Chair of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus and Ranking Member of the Transportation, Housing and Urban Development Appropriations Subcommittee, delivered remarks on the House floor during debate on H.R. 6126, Israel Security Supplemental Appropriations Act, a $14.3 billion emergency funding bill. Quigley criticized Republicans for making the aid for Israel contingent on the exclusion of aid for Ukraine.
Today, U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05), Co-Chair of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus, returned from a visit to Ukraine where he met with President Volodymyr Zelenskyy. The trip comes at a critical time as Congress considers additional aid for Ukraine and other global crises. Quigley’s visit showcased the importance of U.S. and NATO support for Ukraine and emphasized the additional resources needed to ensure Ukraine’s victory. Quigley was part of a bipartisan CODEL with Representatives French Hill (AR-02) and Stephen Lynch (MA-08).
I have been closely following the events in Israel and in Congress over this past week. I want you to hear the latest straight from me.
First of all, I strongly and unequivocally condemn Hamas' assault on Israel and Israeli citizens and I unwaveringly affirm Israel's right to defend itself. There is never a justification for intentionally targeting civilians. The reports of brutal murders and kidnappings are horrifying, and Hamas must release all hostages immediately.
Today, U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05), Co-Chair of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus, released the following statement on the state of the Republican House Majority and its adverse impacts on our global influence:
Today, U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05), released the following statement in response to the ongoing situation in Israel.
“I strongly condemn Hamas’ assault on Israeli citizens and I unwaveringly maintain Israel’s right to defend itself. It is critical that all civilian and military hostages be immediately returned by Hamas and attacks in Israel must cease immediately. I will continue to closely monitor the developing situation. My thoughts are with those who have lost loved ones in the unacceptable attacks on civilians.”
Today, U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05), Co-Chair of the Congressional Ukraine Caucus, released the following statement after voting no on a Republican short-term spending bill that fails to fund the government for a full fiscal year or provide Ukraine with the funding they need:
Today, the Co-Chairs of the bipartisan Congressional Ukraine Caucus – Representatives Marcy Kaptur (D-OH-09), Brian Fitzpatrick (R-PA-01), Mike Quigley (D-IL-05), and Andy Harris (R-MD-01) – released the following statement on the Black Sea Grain Deal and attack on Odesa.
Today, U.S. Representative Mike Quigley (IL-05) released the following statement on recent events in Russia:
“Sixteen months since Putin launched his invasion, Ukraine remains united while Russia has never been more divided. We have now seen that the strength and power of the Russian army was merely a façade. And this past weekend revealed that Putin is not as invulnerable as we once thought.