Floor SpeechCeremonial2026-05-07

CONGRATULATING HOLDEN SCHOEN ON HIS ACCEPTANCE TO THE UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY AT WEST POINT

Defense

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On 2026-05-07, Representative Brett Guthrie (R-KY-2) delivered a floor speech titled "CONGRATULATING HOLDEN SCHOEN ON HIS ACCEPTANCE TO THE UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY AT WEST POINT" in the House. The speech addressed defense.

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CONGRATULATING HOLDEN SCHOEN ON HIS ACCEPTANCE TO THE UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY AT WEST POINT

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E419] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] CONGRATULATING HOLDEN SCHOEN ON HIS ACCEPTANCE TO THE UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY AT WEST POINT ______ HON. BRETT GUTHRIE of kentucky in the house of representatives Thursday, May 7, 2026 Mr. GUTHRIE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate my constituent and fellow Kentuckian, Holden Schoen, upon his acceptance to the United States Military Academy at West Point. As a future West Point cadet, he will soon embark on a life-changing journey, joining the greatest fighting force on the face of the earth, the United States military. Throughout the entire application process, Holden showed himself to be a talented and well-rounded candidate. I do not doubt that he will succeed in his future academic and military career. As a graduate of West Point, I can confidently say that the years I spent in a service academy were among the most transformative of my life. I am confident that Holden's time at this incredible institution will be similarly impactful for him. Guided by the Army's motto of ``This We'll Defend,'' the coming years will challenge Holden to grow in character, strengthen his leadership, and commit to a life of service to our Nation. Again, I congratulate Holden Schoen on this impressive accomplishment. Our Commonwealth and the entire Nation thank him for his willingness to serve in uniform and wish him the best in this next chapter. Go Army. ____________________

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CONGRATULATING HOLDEN SCHOEN ON HIS ACCEPTANCE TO THE UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY AT WEST POINT Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 78 (Thursday, May 7, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E419] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] CONGRATULATING HOLDEN SCHOEN ON HIS ACCEPTANCE TO THE UNITED STATES MILITARY ACADEMY AT WEST POINT ______ HON. BRETT GUTHRIE of kentucky in the house of representatives Thursday, May 7, 2026 Mr. GUTHRIE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate my constituent and fellow Kentuckian, Holden Schoen, upon his acceptance to the United States Military Academy at West Point. As a future West Point cadet, he will soon embark on a life-changing journey, joining the greatest fighting force on the face of the earth, the United States military. Throughout the entire application process, Holden showed himself to be a talented and well-rounded candidate. I do not doubt that he will succeed in his future academic and military career. As a graduate of West Point, I can confidently say that the years I spent in a service academy were among the most transformative of my life. I am confident that Holden's time at this incredible institution will be similarly impactful for him. Guided by the Army's motto of ``This We'll Defend,'' the coming years will challenge Holden to grow in character, strengthen his leadership, and commit to a life of service to our Nation. Again, I congratulate Holden Schoen on this impressive accomplishment. Our Commonwealth and the entire Nation thank him for his willingness to serve in uniform and wish him the best in this next chapter. Go Army. ____________________