3 congressional races that matter for defense
This midterm election, several GOP lawmakers with important roles overseeing the Pentagon are facing competitive races, potentially creating a shakeup just as lawmakers prepare for another round of major spending and policy decisions.
In this episode of the Congressional Roundup, Breaking Defense Editor-in-Chief Aaron Mehta highlights three influential defense players in high-profile elections: Sen. Susan Collins in Maine, Rep. Rob Wittman in Virginia and Rep. Ken Calvert in California.
GOP lawmakers, including Sen. Susan Collins in Maine, Rep. Rob Wittman in Virginia, and Rep. Ken Calvert in California, are facing competitive races in the midterm elections. These elections may significantly impact defense policy and spending decisions as lawmakers prepare for upcoming legislative actions.
- GOP lawmakers are in competitive races during the midterm elections.
- Sen. Susan Collins is running in Maine.
- Rep. Rob Wittman is running in Virginia.
- Rep. Ken Calvert is running in California.
- These races could influence defense spending and policy decisions.