Thank you to @AFA_Air_Space, @MitchellStudies, and @Deptula_David for hosting me today for a panel discussion on the future of airpower.

The Air Force is currently being tasked more than ever while also being the oldest and smallest in its history. We can't afford to ignore this reality. This week, I joined @MitchellStudies to discuss how we can reverse this troubling trend. I'm grateful that President Trump and Secretary Hegseth understand this threat and are committed to revamping our Air Force. Congress must now deliver on recapitalizing the flying fleet our Airmen deserve.

I enjoyed joining the @MitchellStudies Aerospace Nation livestream for a conversation on America's national security challenges and defense priorities with U.S. Air Force Lieutenant General (ret.) @Deptula_David. American Airpower must remain a top priority in this year's defense budget and for years to come. As a retired Air Force Colonel, I know firsthand that we must build a force based on threat, not the budget topline.

Operations Midnight Hammer and Epic Fury demonstrated the strength of American Airpower. I sat down with General @Deptula_David with the @MitchellStudies to discuss how these missions executed through stealth fighters, penetrating bombers, and sensor-shooter RPAs achieved air superiority and the lessons learned for the future.