Chairman Wicker Welcomes Sen. Ashley Moody as Newest Member of the Armed Services Committee

This press release from Senator Roger F. Wicker (R-MS) was published on 2026-03-26 and titled "Chairman Wicker Welcomes Sen. Ashley Moody as Newest Member of the Armed Services Committee". It focuses on the environment and touches on foreign policy, defense.

Chairman Wicker Welcomes Sen. Ashley Moody as Newest Member of the Armed Services Committee

WASHINGTON - U.S. Senator Roger Wicker, R-Miss., Chairman of the Senate Armed Services Committee, today announced Senator Ashley Moody, R-FL, would serve as the newest member of the committee following the confirmation of Sen. Markwayne Mullin to lead the Department of Homeland Security. Following the announcement, Chairman Wicker issued the following statement: "I am pleased to announce that Senator Moody will be joining the Senate Armed Services Committee. Senator Moody brings a wealth of experience to this body's critical work, and her addition comes at a consequential moment for our national defense. I look forward to working alongside her as we address a pivotal year for military budgeting, modernization, and industrial base expansion." Senator Moody added the following statement: "It is an honor and a privilege to join the United States Senate Committee on Armed Services. Florida has a deep and respected military culture, and as a member of a military family, every issue that comes before the Armed Services Committee is a personal one to me. I promise to be a voice of reason for our service members, Florida-s many military installations, and act in the best interest of our nation at all times."