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American leadership ensures global stability. We must use all possible diplomatic tools to partner with our allies and further the interests of the American people. We must also hold countries and organizations accountable for their actions and use sanctions when necessary to show the resolve of United States to stand up to rogue regimes that wish to harm our country.

Moolenaar Holds Listening Session with Constituents

September 4, 2015

In The News

by Elisabeth Waldon, Daily News

Moolenaar Holds Listening Session with Constituents

Excerpt: The Iran deal, Planned Parenthood videos and gay marriage … these were the primary interests of Montcalm County residents who met with Rep. John Moolenaar this week. A handful of 4th District constituents attended Wednesday's meeting at the Montcalm County Administrative Building in Stanton to hear from their Congressman before Congress goes back into session next week.

Issues:Foreign AffairsLife and Adoption

Moolenaar: Administration's Iran Deal Falls Short Of Its Own Goals

July 14, 2015

Press Release

Tough economic sanctions worked and brought Iran to the negotiating table. Congress now has a critical role reviewing the terms of the agreement. Based on reports, it is alarming to hear that restrictions on weapons and ballistic missiles will be lifted in the near future, and Iran's nuclear program is being further enabled through increased technology. Iran sponsors terrorism around the world and should be prohibited from receiving arms or obtaining a nuclear weapon. This agreement makes permanent concessions to Iran with only temporary benefits in return and the deal falls short of the need for Iran to meet concrete, verifiable standards.

Issues:Foreign AffairsNational Security

Moolenaar Statement on Country of Origin Labeling

May 20, 2015

Press Release

“The current labeling law is in violation and ineffective. It is unnecessary, imposes a heavy burden on our farmers and could drive up prices on hardworking Michigan families. I hope the House will act quickly to repeal the law,” said Moolenaar.

Issues:AgricultureForeign AffairsJobs and the Economy

Photo of Representatives Moolenaar & Kildee With the Hekmati Family and Montel Williams

Rep. Moolenaar Calls on Iran to Free Amir Hekmati

April 30, 2015

Press Release

Today, Representative John Moolenaar (R-Midland) joined Rep. Dan Kildee (D-Flint) in calling on Iran to release Amir Hekmati of Flint. Hekmati has been held prisoner by Iran for three and a half years. Moolenaar met with Hekmati's family today on Capitol Hill.

"Amir Hekmati's perseverance during three and a half years in captivity is inspiring. Amir's family misses him dearly and he should be allowed to come home to Michigan and reunite with them. It's time for the Hekmati family to be with their son and brother again. Iran should release Amir immediately," said Moolenaar.

Issues:VeteransForeign AffairsNational Security

Moolenaar Statement on Funding the Department of Homeland Security

February 27, 2015

Press Release

“I voted to fund the Department of Homeland Security to keep America safe from the threat of terrorism. Because of ISIS and other threats to our security we must do what we can to prevent them from striking the United States. “The federal courts have already prohibited President Obama’s executive orders on immigration from being implemented. The president himself said twenty-two times that he could not use executive authority on immigration. This overreach and abuse of power must be reviewed and stopped by the judicial branch of government.”

Issues:Foreign AffairsNational Security

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