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VIDEO: Huizenga discusses the chaotic withdrawal from Afghanistan and President Biden’s failure to lead

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Last night, Congressman Huizenga spoke to Rick Albin about the ongoing debacle in Afghanistan. During the interview, Huizenga reiterated his call for Secretary of State Blinken and General Milley to resign and called on President Biden to set clear parameters with punitive actions should the Taliban attack American troops, citizens, or our allies.  Huizenga also explained how it…

VIDEO: Huizenga Discusses Chaos in Afghanistan, Calls on Secretary Blinken and General Milley to Resign

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Last night, Congressman Huizenga responded to President Biden's address to the nation in a live video on Facebook.  Congressman Huizenga emphasized how America must live up to its word and help the Afghans who have supported American Troops. Huizenga also discussed how the blame for the debacle of the withdrawal falls squarely at the feet of President Joe Biden, his…

Huizenga Supports Legislation Increasing Special Immigrant Visas for Afghans Who Assisted U.S. Forces

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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (R-MI), released the following statement after supporting the Allies Act, bipartisan legislation to increase the number of Special Immigrant Visas (SIVs) for Afghans who supported the U.S. Military in Afghanistan. Congressman Huizenga was a cosponsor of this bipartisan legislation that passed the House today by a vote of 407-16. “As American Forces…

Huizenga Statement on Evacuating Afghans Who Assisted American Troops

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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (R-MI) released the following statement on “Operation Allies Refuge,” the relocation program, which is slated to begin later this month, for Afghan interpreters and translators who assisted American Forces during the war in Afghanistan. “We cannot leave behind the interpreters and translators who worked alongside our troops, supported operations, and…

Huizenga Statement on Michigan Enacting Legislation to Reimburse National Guard Members Deployed to the U.S. Capitol

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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) released the following statement after HB 4019 was signed into law to help reimburse the Michigan Guard for having to pay for their own meals while deployed to the U.S. Capitol. “Members of the Michigan National Guard answered the call to serve,” said Congressman Bill Huizenga. “I applaud State Representative Albert and the Michigan Legislature…

Huizenga Signs on to Maximum Pressure Act to Hold Iran Accountable

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Today, Congressman Bill Huizenga (MI-02) announced his support for the Maximum Pressure Act, the toughest sanction legislation against Iran in the history of Congress. In addition to increasing sanctions to include Iran’s ballistic missile program, the Maximum Pressure Act also prioritizes human rights, and restores Congressional review over international treaties pertaining to…

Huizenga op-ed in the Detroit News: Michigan Guard Deserves Edible Food, Reimbursement

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Our men and women serving in the Michigan National Guard have repeatedly answered the call to support our communities, assist with vaccinations and even play a leading role in securing the U.S. Capitol. While our service members have repeatedly demonstrated their effectiveness and reliability, unfortunately they have been failed in return. Recently, it was brought to my attention by…

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