Warren to join Senate Armed Services Committee

“All three of my brothers served in the military, and I understand the sacrifices America’s servicemembers make to defend our country — and the important work that our Defense Department does to keep Americans,” she tweeted.

“As a member of the Committee, I will focus on making sure Congress provides effective support and oversight of the Armed Forces, monitors threats to national security, and ensures the responsible use of military force around the globe.”

Warren was first elected to the Senate in 2012 and has pushed an anti-Wall Street message in Congress. Her other top issues have been around student loan reform and becoming one of President-elect Trump’s top Democratic foils in the upper chamber.

Warren said her state is already a leader in defense work and that connection will help her when she’s on the committee.

“I’m proud that Massachusetts leads the nation in innovative defense work and scientific research that helps and protects our servicemembers as they do their jobs,” she said. “During my time in the Senate, I’ve visited bases and met with defense companies and research labs across the Commonwealth, and I’ve seen the critical role they play in strengthening our national security.”

In a series of tweets posted Wednesday night, Warren said she’s looking forward to increasing the effectiveness of the committee’s oversight of the armed forces. She also wants to work on more responsible use of force policies.

Cybersecurity will also be one of her top priorities, she said.

“As we’ve seen with the recent Russian cyberattacks, the nature of our national security threats is changing, and we need to change too,” Warren said.