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Wagner, Golden Introduce Bill to Pressure Qatar, Evaluate Status as Major Non-NATO Ally
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Ann Wagner (R-MO) and Representative Jared Golden (D-ME) have jointly introduced the Reviewing Qatar’s Major Non-NATO Ally Status Act, a bill aimed at evaluating Qatar's designation as a major non-NATO ally. The legislation, which is a companion to Senator Ted Budd’s S. 4093 in the Senate, seeks to hold Qatar accountable for its relationship with Hamas and its role in the October 7th terror attack on Israel.In a statement, Congresswoman Wagner emphasized the need for Qatar to take action against Hamas, stating, “They must stop protecting...
Wagner’s Elie Wiesel Genocide and Atrocities Prevention Act Signed Into Law
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Ann Wagner's bipartisan Elie Wiesel Genocide and Atrocities Prevention Extension Act has been signed into law by the President. The legislation, aimed at improving U.S. efforts to prevent mass atrocity crimes, is named after the Auschwitz survivor Elie Wiesel, honoring his legacy and life's work to combat evil globally. Elisha Wiesel, son of Elie Wiesel, supports the legislation.Congresswoman Wagner emphasized the importance of taking action against injustice, stating, “It is our responsibility to speak up and act when we see injustice....