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August 8, 2023
“Today’s news shows that Gotion misled state and local leaders on legal documents about how much it would pay Michigan workers. How many other misleading statements did Gotion and its U.S. subsidiary make in order to claim more than $1 billion in taxpayer funding for its project in Mecosta County? From nondisclosure agreements that hide details from the public to the obvious national security concerns in our country’s competition with the Chinese Communist Party, this project is wrong for Michigan,” said Congressman John Moolenaar.
August 2, 2023

Congressman John Moolenaar invites students in Michigan's Second Congressional District to enter the 2023 Congressional App Challenge. To enter the contest, students can work on their own, or in a group of up to four students, to create an original app of their choosing.

August 1, 2023
"I will continue to do everything I can to bring to light the risks of this project. Mecosta County residents have overwhelmingly spoken out against this deal while being bullied and kept in the dark by Gotion and local officials who signed non-disclosure agreements that go against the public’s right to know. The simple facts are that Gotion is a subsidiary of a company that pledges allegiance to the CCP and it should not be receiving taxpayer money to build in Michigan. For our state to welcome CCP investment in Michigan 100 miles from the same facility where the Michigan National Guard has worked with military officials from Taiwan is a dangerous double standard that puts national security at risk. This land purchase is the wrong direction for Michigan and our communities," said Moolenaar. 
August 1, 2023
“Under the CCP’s military-civil fusion there is no difference between doing business with CCP companies and doing business with China’s military. Along with the recent State Department travel warning that made it clear that doing due diligence on investments in China could lead to unwarranted detainment in a CCP prison, it is clearer than ever the CCP is not a reliable financial partner. America’s non-profits must stop investing in CCP companies,” said Congressman Moolenaar.
July 27, 2023
"Director Evanina's expertise in counterintelligence and counterespionage give him a clear understanding of how the CCP operates in the U.S. His testimony was very concerning, and provided a warning to state and local leaders in Michigan on how the CCP could use the Gotion project to spy on the United States. Once CCP nationals receive a work visa to enter the country, they might have the opportunity to travel freely and do other activities in Michigan, like surveilling airports or military installations. Michigan leaders should heed the warning of Director Evanina and stop the Gotion deal," said Moolenaar, after the hearing.
July 19, 2023
“I am proud to support the people of the Saginaw Chippewa Tribe with funding for these critical infrastructure projects. These projects are vital to improve the fresh water and wastewater facilities the Tribe relies on every day. I will continue to advocate for funding projects across the Second District, and I encourage leaders interested in projects for their communities to reach out to my office,” said Moolenaar.
July 19, 2023
“President Herzog’s address was a powerful reminder of the strong bonds between the United States and Israel. Our two countries have faced many challenges but we are always united as allies for freedom and democracy. I congratulate the Israeli people this year as they celebrate the 75th anniversary of Israel’s independence,” said Congressman John Moolenaar.
July 18, 2023
“As Michigan’s only member of the House Appropriations Committee, I am proud to support communities in the Second District with crucial funding. The project in Kent County will provide a space for education and activities for the Kent County Youth Agriculture Association. The funding for Cadillac will be used to develop a vacant site to address the need for affordable housing and development downtown. The Shelby Community Park project will be a welcomed addition to the area and be a place for residents to enjoy. I encourage local leaders to reach out to my office for more information if they are interested in funding projects for their community,” said Congressman Moolenaar.
July 18, 2023
“For decades, Israel has been one of America’s closest allies in the world. Today’s legislation reaffirms the strong alliance between our two nations and that America will always support Israel and its right to exist,” said Moolenaar.
July 14, 2023
“I am proud to support the brave members of our military with higher pay and more resources for their families. This legislation will ensure our men and women in uniform have the support they need to carry out their missions. It will also save taxpayer dollars by insisting our military leadership focuses on protecting the country, and not on promoting woke diversity programs. The border crisis demands attention as well. That is why this legislation directs the Department of Defense to work with Congress to finish the wall on the southern border, and it fully funds a border deployment for the National Guard,” said Congressman John Moolenaar.