Washington, DC—July 27, 2020….Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3), Chairman of the West Point Board of Visitors, this past weekend traveled to the U.S. Military Academy at West Point to observe cadet summer training (CST) and meet the newest class of young men and women who are embarking on their journey of service to our nation. During the trip, he witnessed a series of training exercises, analyzed academy curriculum, and discussed new safety procedures implemented due to COVID-19.

Congressman Womack said, “This training is pivotal as these cadets work to become officers in the strongest military in the world. Over the next four years, they will harness the skills gained here to ensure they are prepared to fight and win. What they are experiencing is extremely tough and rigorous, but these future leaders aren’t wavering from the challenge. With so many opportunities readily available, it’s truly inspiring to see these young men and women choose a path of service above self.”

CST is a multi-month program that integrates academic, military, and physical training. Womack traveled to different training areas on campus and observed several exercises, including land navigation, marksmanship simulation training, patrolling, marksmanship range qualifications, and tactical operations drills. Summer training focuses on the fundamentals of marksmanship, survival tactics, and leadership.

Additionally, Congressman Womack met with new cadets who are part of the Class of 2024, including those from Arkansas. They discussed training, challenges, and their path to West Point.

Cadets from Arkansas’s Third District that Congressman Womack met with include:

• Kristopher Bailey of Fort Smith
• Garrett Chrisman of Rogers
• Isaac Drewry of Harrison
• Kayden Eckman of Eureka Springs
• Jonathon Guthrie of Bentonville
• Curtis Josenberger, Jr. of Fort Smith

Congressman Womack with West Point Class of 2024 Cadets from Arkansas’s Third District. Back row, left to right: Isaac Drewry of Harrison; Congressman Steve Womack; Kristopher Bailey of Fort Smith; and Garrett Chrisman of Rogers. Front row, left to right: Jonathon Guthrie of Bentonville; Curtis Josenberger, Jr. of Fort Smith; Kayden Eckman of Eureka Springs; and Jacob Carswell of Branson, Missouri.

Congressman Womack (left) with Cadet Christopher Burlison of Conway, AR (right) (West Point Class of 2022)

Congressman Womack (middle) with Cadet Jackson O’Neal of Paris, AR (left) and Cadet Christian Litton of North Little Rock, AR (right) (West Point Class of 2023).

USMA Superintendent Lt. Gen. Darryl Williams (standing left) and Congressman Womack (standing right) speaking to cadets at Trophy Point

Congressman Womack speaks to cadets before marksmanship range qualification training

Congressman Steve Womack (AR-3) has represented Arkansas’s Third Congressional District since 2011. He serves as the Ranking Member of the House Committee on the Budget and is a member of the House Appropriations defense and transportation, housing and urban development subcommittees.

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