Photo Release: Chairman Wicker, Senator Fischer, Embark on CODEL Through the Indo-Pacific

WASHINGTON -U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, R-Miss., Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, and U.S. Senator Deb Fischer departed this week on a Congressional Delegation (CODEL) across the Indo-Pacific region.

Key stops for the delegation throughout the region include military installations in Hawaii, followed by official meetings in Guam, Tinian, Palau, the Philippines, and Taiwan.

"We live in the most dangerous national security moment since World War II," said Senator Wicker on departure. "Congress plays a vitally important role in reassuring U.S. allies and partners of our commitment to maintaining a favorable regional order in the Indo-Pacific. On this trip, I will be meeting with our senior military leaders and speaking to our partners about opportunities for acceleration of our mutual national security efforts. Given the historic combination of the One Big Beautiful Bill's defense investments and a ground-breaking FY26 NDAA, I want to ensure we do not miss any opportunities to build the right capabilities in the right places and help President Trump maintain peace through strength."

"At a time of global unrest where the Chinese Communist Party continues its military buildup, maintaining a free and open Indo-Pacific plays a crucial role in safeguarding our nation's and our allies' security. I look forward to joining Chairman Wicker on this CODEL to see firsthand how we can strengthen our posture in the region in order to safeguard American interests and our allies," Senator Fischer said.

Sen. Wicker and Sen. Fischer meet with INDOPACOM Commander Admiral Paparo at the Combatant Command's headquarters.

Sen. Wicker and Sen. Fischer meet with General Clark, Commander of U.S. Army Pacific at Fort Shafter.

Sen. Wicker is briefed on the THAAD Battery System by U.S. Service members in Guam.

Sen. Wicker meets with senior Naval leadership in Guam.