Foreign Affairs

Moolenaar Statement on President Trump's State of the Union Address

February 24, 2026

"President Trump delivered a powerful message in recognition of our nation's 250th birthday and our renewed commitment to preserving the American dream for future generations. After struggling for years to make ends meet under the previous administration, the American people are finally starting to see relief with inflation cooling from record highs, and historic tax cuts for working families in Michigan," said Moolenaar. "The President spoke clearly about our work to secure investment into our nation and workers, reinvigorate American industry, bring in good jobs, and allow us to innovate. His address also emphasized the important work of our law enforcement agencies to secure our border and remove criminal illegal immigrants from our communities. Thanks to President Trump's leadership abroad, the United States is stronger today than it was before he retook office, and our military is more capable than ever to deter our adversaries."

Issues:Education and OpportunityForeign AffairsHealth CareJobs and the EconomyNational SecuritySeniorsTax Reform

Moolenaar on Nicolás Maduro’s Arrest

January 3, 2026

Press Release

“Today may be a new day in Venezuela. Nicolás Maduro was a dictator who contributed to narco-terrorism targeting Americans and subjected his people to unspeakable horrors. He must be held accountable for these atrocities. I am thankful to the men and women in the military for their bravery last night and pray for their continued safety.”

Issues:Foreign AffairsNational Security

Moolenaar Meets with Netherlands’ Ambassador to America

September 16, 2025

Press Release

Today, Congressman John Moolenaar met with Birgitta Tazelaar, the Dutch Ambassador to the United States. Their conversation covered areas of cooperation between the United States and the Netherlands, while recognizing the deep cultural and historical ties shared with West Michigan.

Issues:Foreign Affairs

Moolenaar Votes for Funding for Military Readiness and Service Member Pay Raise

July 18, 2025

Press Release

“The Defense Appropriations Act passed today restores peace through strength, gives a well-deserved pay raise to our troops, and supports Northern Strike right here in Michigan,” said Moolenaar. “It ensures our military remains the most capable in the world by funding next generation aircraft, missile defense, and space capabilities to deter our adversaries like the Chinese Communist Party. This critical legislation puts our service members and their families first, with funding for equipment upgrades and enhanced quality of services so they can continue to keep America safe.”

Issues:Foreign AffairsNational Security

Moolenaar Statement on American Strikes on Iran

June 21, 2025

Press Release

“President Trump has been consistent. A nuclear Iran poses a threat to our nation, our military personnel, and our allies in the region. His decision to strike Iran is necessary to keep our nation and our allies safe, and ensure the number one sponsor of terrorism does not develop nuclear weapons.”

Issues:Foreign AffairsNational Security

Moolenaar Calls for Gotion to End Project as Company Pauses Plans

March 29, 2025

Press Release

"The residents of Mecosta County have made it clear multiple times they do not support Gotion operating in their community. The company has continuously misled the public about its close ties to the CCP and refused to heed election results, instead deciding to sue a small town that does not want it. Gotion's announcement it is pausing its application process is good news, however, it should listen to the people of Mecosta County and end its plans in Michigan once and for all," said Moolenaar.

Issues:Foreign AffairsNational Security

Moolenaar, Walberg Call for Eastern Michigan, Oakland University, and Detroit Mercy to End Joint Institutes with Chinese Universities

February 20, 2025

Press Release

Chairman John Moolenaar, of the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party, and Chairman Tim Walberg, of the House Education and Workforce Committee, are calling on the leaders of Eastern Michigan University, Oakland University, and the University of Detroit Mercy to end their schools’ partnerships with Chinese universities. In these partnerships, the Michigan universities are directly interacting with Chinese institutions that support the Chinese military and its efforts to gain a technological advantage over the United States.

Issues:Foreign AffairsNational Security

Moolenaar on Tariffs for Canada, Mexico

February 3, 2025

Press Release

“President Trump is working to secure our nation’s borders and stop the flow of fentanyl and other dangerous drugs into our country. The president of Mexico has already come to the table to negotiate an agreement on stronger border security, and I hope Canada will do the same,” said Congressman John Moolenaar.

Issues:Foreign AffairsNational Security

Moolenaar To Serve Michigan on Appropriations Committee

January 23, 2025

Press Release

"Michigan families work hard and their tax dollars should go toward what matters most to them. As their voice on the Appropriations Committee, I will advocate for their most important priorities including protecting the Great Lakes, supporting our rural communities, and championing Michigan farmers,” said Moolenaar.

Issues:AccountabilityAgricultureBudgetEducation and OpportunityForeign AffairsGreat LakesJobs and the EconomyNational SecuritySeniors

Moolenaar, LaHood, Golden, Sen. Scott Reintroduce NO GOTION Act to End Taxpayer Support of CCP Companies

January 16, 2025

Press Release

Today, Congressman John Moolenaar, along with Congressmen Darin LaHood (R-IL) and Jared Golden (D-ME), reintroduced the bipartisan No Official Giveaways Of Taxpayers’ Income to Oppressive Nations (NO GOTION) Act in the House of Representatives. The bill will also be introduced in the U.S.

Issues:EnergyForeign AffairsJobs and the EconomyNational SecurityTax Reform