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RECOGNIZING THE 27TH SPECIAL OPERATIONS WING, AIR FORCE SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND, CANNON AIR FORCE BASE

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On 2026-08-17, Representative Teresa Leger Fernandez (D-NM-3) delivered a floor speech titled "RECOGNIZING THE 27TH SPECIAL OPERATIONS WING, AIR FORCE SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND, CANNON AIR FORCE BASE" in the House.

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RECOGNIZING THE 27TH SPECIAL OPERATIONS WING, AIR FORCE SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND, CANNON AIR FORCE BASE

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 133 (Monday, August 17, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 133 (Monday, August 17, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E791] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING THE 27TH SPECIAL OPERATIONS WING, AIR FORCE SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND, CANNON AIR FORCE BASE ______ HON. TERESA LEGER FERNANDEZ of new mexico in the house of representatives Monday, August 17, 2026 Ms. LEGER FERNANDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the servicemembers of the 27th Special Operations Wing at Cannon Air Force Base for their continued commitment to defending our Nation. Known for their mission of ``unconventional air power . . . any place, anytime, anywhere,'' the service members at Cannon are essential to our national security and air power capabilities. The 27th Special Operations Wing is made up of brave air commandos who serve in so many roles that contribute greatly to their mission, New Mexico, and the United States. From the aircrew to the engineers to the medical technicians and everyone in between, Cannon's servicemembers carry out each role with dedication and heart. Importantly, they serve their communities beyond their job titles. Clovis, Portales, and Eastern New Mexico are better because of the thousands of hours Cannon's air commandos have served volunteering at local organizations. Similarly, our students are more prepared for their shining futures because of the mentoring and tutoring the servicemembers have provided and continue to provide to local students. Today, the 27th Special Operations Wing stands ready to deploy globally in support of combat, humanitarian, evacuation, and steady-state peacekeeping operations. These brave men and women continue to hold the line. ____________________

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RECOGNIZING THE 27TH SPECIAL OPERATIONS WING, AIR FORCE SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND, CANNON AIR FORCE BASE Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 133 (Monday, August 17, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 133 (Monday, August 17, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E791] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING THE 27TH SPECIAL OPERATIONS WING, AIR FORCE SPECIAL OPERATIONS COMMAND, CANNON AIR FORCE BASE ______ HON. TERESA LEGER FERNANDEZ of new mexico in the house of representatives Monday, August 17, 2026 Ms. LEGER FERNANDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the servicemembers of the 27th Special Operations Wing at Cannon Air Force Base for their continued commitment to defending our Nation. Known for their mission of ``unconventional air power . . . any place, anytime, anywhere,'' the service members at Cannon are essential to our national security and air power capabilities. The 27th Special Operations Wing is made up of brave air commandos who serve in so many roles that contribute greatly to their mission, New Mexico, and the United States. From the aircrew to the engineers to the medical technicians and everyone in between, Cannon's servicemembers carry out each role with dedication and heart. Importantly, they serve their communities beyond their job titles. Clovis, Portales, and Eastern New Mexico are better because of the thousands of hours Cannon's air commandos have served volunteering at local organizations. Similarly, our students are more prepared for their shining futures because of the mentoring and tutoring the servicemembers have provided and continue to provide to local students. Today, the 27th Special Operations Wing stands ready to deploy globally in support of combat, humanitarian, evacuation, and steady-state peacekeeping operations. These brave men and women continue to hold the line. ____________________