In the News
April 21, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C.—U.S. Rep. Pat Harrigan (R-NC) on April 17 called on the U.S. Attorney General to investigate GNC Holdings LLC, following reports that the Chinese Communist Party (CCP)-linked company may have lied on federal filings and is operating more than 80 stores on U.S. military installations.
Issues:
National Security
April 19, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C.—During a House Armed Services Committee hearing held before the congressional recess, Rep. Pat Harrigan (R-NC) questioned Military officials about Chinese drone production.
Issues:
National Security
April 11, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C.—On "Forbes Newsroom," Rep. Pat Harrigan (R-NC) made the case for his Military Installation Retail Security Act.
Issues:
National Security
April 10, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C.—A popular American wellness store could be the next target of Congress as companies with links to Beijing face the wrath of the Republican-controlled U.S. government.
Issues:
National Security
April 8, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Explore how Congressman Pat Harrigan is fighting to strengthen America through military readiness, fiscal discipline, and a revitalized industrial base. On 13th and Park, Harrigan shares how smart defense spending, modern warfare strategy, and reducing the national debt are critical to securing America’s future. He also highlights bipartisan wins like lowering food prices, the strategic power of deterrence, and why rebuilding American capability starts with common sense and grit. This episode goes beyond politics—it's about protecting freedom, securing the border, and preserving the American dream for the next generation.
April 7, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Rep. Pat Harrigan (R-NC) blasted vitamin store GNC for its ties to the Chinese Communist Party. Harrigan introduced the Military Installation Retail Security Act, which would remove the physical storefronts of companies owned by China, Russia, Iran, or North Korea from U.S. military bases. The legislation also calls for a review of all retail stores on military bases to determine if there are foreign ties.
April 4, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C.—While much of Congress focuses on banning China from buying land near U.S. military bases, freshman Rep. Pat Harrigan, R-N.C., says the Chinese Communist Party already has a direct presence on those installations – through national nutrition chain GNC.
April 3, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C.—A congressman and former Army special operator is seeking to bar GNC from operating on US military bases, saying the supplements and wellness products retailer is a potential national security risk.
Issues:
National Security
March 25, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C.—During the House Republican Leadership's press briefing on Tuesday, Rep. Pat Harrigan (R-NC) discussed his qualms with the Democratic party.
March 12, 2025
WASHINGTON, D.C.—Last Friday, I stood in Fayetteville with Secretary of the Army Daniel Driscoll, Sen. Ted Budd (R., N.C.), and Rep. Richard Hudson (R., N.C.) to witness the restoration of something that never should have been taken away: Fort Bragg.