National Security

“For months, Gotion supporters have argued that one reason Gotion Inc. should be allowed to build in Mecosta County is because part of the company is owned by Volkswagen. Now we know that Volkswagen has helped the CCP carry out the deadly persecution of religious people in China. This news is another example of how CCP-affiliated companies can be coerced into doing the bidding of the CCP and is further evidence of why it would be a mistake to allow Gotion to build a facility in Michigan. These companies have participated in genocide, and state and local officials should end the Gotion project in Michigan immediately,” said Moolenaar.

“I have reviewed the classified information and while it is concerning for our national security, there is no imminent danger to the American people and there is no need for panic. I hope the information will be declassified when it is safe to do so, and then Congress can publicly debate how to respond. In the weeks and months ahead, I will continue my work in Congress to keep America safe and make sure our military has the resources it needs to defeat our enemies,” said Moolenaar.

“Secretary Mayorkas has willfully refused to comply with the law, repeatedly lied to Congress by claiming the border is secure, and made it harder for Border Patrol agents to enforce the law. The policies he has implemented through executive action have helped drug cartels pour fentanyl into our communities and kill our loved ones, while also making it easier for the cartels to get away with human trafficking and the sexual assault of women and girls,” said Moolenaar. “On his first day in office, President Biden reversed border policies that were working and now he is leaving Secretary Mayorkas holding the bag when he knows he is truly the one who has made our country a more dangerous place for all Americans.”

“Director Wray provided testimony today that outlined how the CCP uses its assets in America to advance its agenda and harm our country. Anyone who is serious about protecting America’s economy and national security should listen to Director Wray about the threats we face from the CCP. The MEDC and local officials in Michigan need to realize the serious risks of allowing CCP companies to build facilities in the U.S. and stop the Gotion project,” said Moolenaar after the hearing.

“President Obama’s Defense Secretary and President Trump’s Secretary of State just testified under oath that Gotion and its plans in Michigan are a national security risk. They know how the Chinese Communist Party operates and how it uses resources in America to hurt our country. They also said that it undermines our national security for states and communities to give tax subsidies to those companies. State and local economic development officials in Michigan need to listen to these experts and end the Gotion project,” said Moolenaar after the hearing.

“I voted for this legislation today to stop Biden’s burdensome and unworkable EV policies. This legislation will reduce our reliance on the CCP, spur American innovation, and protect the tax dollars of hardworking Michigan families. Biden’s plan to allow CCP-affiliated companies to receive tax dollars in exchange for EV chargers shows that his policies make our country more dependent on China, and we cannot allow that to happen. He should listen to the bipartisan majority in Congress and sign this bill,” said Moolenaar.

“We welcome this exciting news that will help to secure the future of Selfridge Air National Guard Base for decades to come. The twelve KC-46A refueling tankers – a larger unit than the eight KC-135s now at Selfridge – are next-generation aircraft that will strengthen American defense operations and capabilities for future threats, particularly as we prepare for potential conflicts in the Indo-Pacific. Operating these tankers out of Selfridge will ensure the base – and Michigan – remain essential to U.S. military strategy while supporting local jobs and our state’s robust defense sector. Our bipartisan coalition pushed for basing KC-46s and a future fighter mission at Selfridge, holding dozens of meetings and calls with senior Air Force officials and hosting them in Michigan to emphasize the importance of our state and Selfridge to national security. Our delegation is grateful to the Air Force for their professionalism throughout this process. Importantly, Air Force officials have made it clear that this decision will not prevent Selfridge from being considered for a future fighter mission. We remain committed to achieving that goal.”