Eric A. "Rick" Crawford
Representative for Arkansas · Republican · United States
“Specific information concerning artificial intelligence investments planned by the Intelligence Community in FY 2027 is classified and can be made available separately. Conclusion In the coming months, the Committee will consider statutory changes to improve oversight and accountability with respect to the classified budget.”
House of Representatives22 July 2026Source ↗
“The screaming from the other side of the aisle is proof that this is the case. The flak is always heaviest when you are directly over the target. Democrats oppose this budget, and they oppose every action of this House because they want unelected Washington officials to be in charge until President Trump's term expires.”
House of Representatives22 July 2026Source ↗
“In your letter to the Committee, you requested information on policy reforms related to improper payments and we have identified specific proposals within our jurisdiction that we believe directly relate to the detection of improper payments, as well as measures needed to improve financial accountability across the Intelligence Community.…”
House of Representatives22 July 2026Source ↗
“Additional information concerning the counterintelligence budget will be provided via appropriate channels to protect classified information. In addition, the Committee is prepared to work with you to provide the Budget Committee with the information necessary to understand current threats, which we believe justifies our recommendation fo…”
House of Representatives22 July 2026Source ↗
“Financial Management The Committee is also seeking to address the fact that only one element of the Intelligence Community has achieved an unmodified or ``clean'' financial audit. Independent audits of the classified budget have been a requirement under the National Security Act since 2014.”
House of Representatives22 July 2026Source ↗
“The Intelligence Community must make investments, pursuant to the strict oversight of Congress, in recognition of the dramatic shifts that are occurring in artificial intelligence.”
House of Representatives22 July 2026Source ↗