Recognizing the Service of Major Aaron Reep

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Mr. WITTMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of Major Aaron Reep and his service to Virginia's First District and the Nation.

Aaron earned his Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Northwestern--St. Paul. After graduating from Northwestern, he commissioned as an officer in the U.S. Marine Corps. While in the U.S. Marine Corps, he worked his way up from Student Officer to Infantry Platoon Commander to Company Commander, eventually earning the rank of Major.

A graduate of the Marine Corps Expeditionary Warfare School, Aaron has served in the II Marine Expeditionary Force and the 24th Marine Expeditionary Unit. Aaron was deployed in Afghanistan twice, where he conducted himself valiantly during the 2021 evacuation of American personnel from the Kabul International Airport.

Aaron joined my office as a Department of Defense Legislative Fellow in January 2023. As a Defense Fellow, he served our Nation both as a Marine and a public servant. He contributed enthusiastically to my House Armed Services Committee work, including my role as the Chairman of the Tactical Air and Land Forces Subcommittee. On my staff, he distinguished himself in his tireless work supporting our veterans.

I would like to thank Aaron for his contributions and dedicated service this year. He has been a key member of my defense team and staff, and I wish him all the best as he continues his journey here on Capitol Hill as a Marine Corps Legislative Liaison.

Mr. Speaker, I ask you to join me in recognizing Major Aaron Reep for his service to Virginia's First District and the Nation. May God bless Aaron and his family as he continues his career in public service and the U.S. Marine Corps.

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