Senator Schmitt urges the DoD to maintain the 442nd Fighter Wing at Whiteman Air Force Base amid aircraft retirements.
Quiver AI Summary
U.S. Senator Eric Schmitt (R-MO) has urged Department of Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth to retain the 442nd Fighter Wing at Whiteman Air Force Base in light of the Air Force's plans to retire its A-10 aircraft. Schmitt highlighted the unit's combat history and suggested interim solutions, including transferring F-15E Strike Eagles or F-16 training aircraft to maintain operational readiness.
The senator emphasized that the 442nd Fighter Wing plays a crucial role in U.S. counter-terrorism efforts and expressed concern about the potential loss of its experienced personnel. Schmitt's letter indicates a willingness for Congress to support necessary investments in modernization while preserving this valuable military asset.
In his concluding remarks, Schmitt reaffirmed his support for the 442nd Fighter Wing and expressed a desire to discuss potential strategies further with the DoD. The full letter can be accessed on his official website.
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Eric Schmitt Net Worth
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Eric Schmitt Bill Proposals
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- S.2278: Graham Hoffman Act
- S.2269: PRICE Act
- S.2206: A bill to amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to increase the limitation on distributions from 529 accounts for qualified higher education expenses.
- S.2067: Rescissions Act of 2025
- S.2002: REMIT Act
- S.1989: Helping Communities with Better Support Act
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Eric Schmitt Fundraising
Eric Schmitt recently disclosed $329.3K of fundraising in a Q2 FEC disclosure filed on July 15th, 2025. This was the 269th most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year. 89.4% came from individual donors.
Schmitt disclosed $238.4K of spending. This was the 217th most from all Q2 reports we have seen from politicians so far this year.
Schmitt disclosed $816.6K of cash on hand at the end of the filing period. This was the 347th most from all Q2 reports we have seen this year.
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