Congressional Affairs at CSIS

As a bipartisan think tank, CSIS strives to provide a platform for leaders in Congress to engage with the broader policy community on issues affecting U.S. national security and foreign affairs

Expert Support for Congress
 

For more than 50 years, CSIS has prioritized outreach to Members of Congress and their staff to provide in-depth, strategic analysis and guidance from the world’s leading experts in defense and security policy, global challenges, and regional studies.

Through speaking events, topical briefing series, participation in policy conferences, and membership on commissions and task forces, CSIS helps leaders in Congress effectively engage the broader policy community.

CSIS’s expertise in providing  grounded, actionable, and bipartisan policy solutions uniquely positions CSIS to help Congress address the national security, development, and foreign policy challenges facing the United States. A key element of our engagement with Congress is through congressional testimony.

CSIS Provides:

  • A bipartisan platform from which members of Congress can powerfully engage the wider policy community
  • In-office briefings from top policy experts with government, academic, and field experience
  • Staff-focused policy discussions
  • Commentaries, Critical Questions, and other timely analysis on current issues
  • In-depth reports with realistic policy recommendations
  • Testimony
  • Opportunities for Members and staff to participate in CSIS events, projects, and initiatives

Do you want to contact a CSIS expert? Are you interested in CSIS public or private events for Members of Congress and staff? Reach out to our team!

Christian Hyde

Christian Hyde

Program Coordinator, Congressional and Government Affairs
Michael Buttner

Michael Buttner

Program Coordinator, Congressional and Government Affairs

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Democracy in Danger: The Russian Threat to Ukraine

CSIS hosted Rep. Tom Malinowski (D-NJ) for a discussion on the important role that Congress plays in standing up to Russian aggression in Ukraine.

Event by John J. Hamre and Andrew Lohsen — February 25, 2022

Ukraine in Crisis

Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Senator Rob Portman (R-OH) discuss the steps that might be taken to support Ukraine and deter a Russian incursion.

Event by John J. Hamre , Seth G. Jones , Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) , and Senator Rob Portman (R-OH) — February 2, 2022

The 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics: Destined to Divide?

Please join CSIS to discuss whether the 2022 Beijing Winter Olympics is destined to reflect, exacerbate, or benefit the growing political and social differences between the US and China.

Event by Scott Kennedy , Charles Edel , Representative Young Kim (R-CA) , Jeffrey N. Wasserstrom , Sophie Richardson , Anna Ashton , and Susan Lawrence — January 28, 2022

Policy Issues for Telecom Transformation

Join CSIS for an event on the policy and legislative questions surrounding the transition to 5G/6G featuring opening remarks from Representative Mike Doyle (D-PA). His remarks will be followed by a panel discussion.

Event by James Andrew Lewis , Mike Doyle (D-PA) , Robert Blair , Danielle Kriz , Clete Johnson , and Sheryl Genco — January 13, 2022

Towards Durable Solutions: Addressing Humanitarian Challenges in Bangladesh and Myanmar

Please join the CSIS Humanitarian Agenda for a panel discussion to address the main humanitarian challenges in Myanmar and Bangladesh and opportunities to move toward durable solutions for those displaced or in need of humanitarian assistance.

Event by Elizabeth Hoffman , Rep. Steve Chabot (R-OH) , Daniel P. Sullivan , and Naw K’nyaw Paw — January 12, 2022

Assuring U.S. Global Competitiveness in Science, Technology and Commerce

The CSIS Renewing American Innovation Project is pleased to host a conversation with Representative Haley Stevens (D-MI-11) about the future of U.S. competitiveness in science, technology and innovation led by RAI senior adviser and former NIST director Walter Copan.

Event by Walter G. Copan , Sujai Shivakumar , and Rep. Haley Stevens (D-MI) — December 16, 2021

Advocates for Democracy in Closed Spaces

Please join CSIS for an official summit event of the 2021 Summit for Democracy.

Event by and Daniel F. Runde , Elizabeth Hoffman , ​Marti Flacks , Senator Chris Coons (D-DE) , Rep. Michael McCaul (R-TX) , Ambassador Isobel Coleman , Anna Dobrovolskaya , Glacier Kwong , Sopheap Chak , Luciano Garcia , Alex Magaisa — December 6, 2021