Cole Votes to Restore American Military Strength

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Washington, D.C. – Early this morning, Congressman Tom Cole (OK-04) voted in favor of the Fiscal Year 2026 Defense Appropriations Act, which funds the United States Department of Defense:

“America’s military ensures that the call of duty never echoes unanswered. The Fiscal Year 2026 Defense Appropriations Act reflects that same unwavering commitment to our national security and the heroes in uniform who defend it. This bill ensures our troops can deter, fight, and win. It includes strategic investments that restore military strength, accelerate innovation, and reinforce peace through strength. The bill also bolsters U.S. industrial supply chains, delivers next-generation weapons and assets, and includes a well-earned pay raise for our troops. Each allocation in the Defense Appropriations Act upholds the warrior ethos, restores deterrence, and ensures our forces remain unmatched,” said Congressman Cole. “I am proud to have supported this bill, as it ensures an America First defense.”

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