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With Honor Action applauds the bipartisan passage of the ACES Act in the U.S. Senate — a critical step forward in addressing the heightened cancer risks among our nation’s military aviators. We extend our heartfelt appreciation to Senators Tom Cotton and Mark Kelly, as well as Representatives August Pfluger and Jimmy Panetta, who continue to work across party lines to bring this important bill across the finish line. As With Honor Co-Founder and CEO Rye Barcott said: “The ACES Act reflects what’s possible when leaders come together to honor the service and sacrifice of our veterans.” The passage of the ACES Act is what principled, bipartisan leadership looks like. You can listen to Rep. Pfluger's floor remarks on the final passage of the bill here: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/eAxXKezA #WithHonor #Bipartisanship #ACESAct #Veterans #MilitaryAviators #LeadershipMatters

With Honor Action stands behind the bipartisan SHIPS for America Act—critical legislation to restore U.S. shipbuilding capacity and strengthen national security. Today we joined the New American Industrial Alliance (NAIA) to co-host a day of briefings on Capitol Hill alongside Senators Todd Young (Marine Corps veteran) and Mark Kelly (Navy veteran), congressional staff, and industry leaders. "The need to revitalize America's shipbuilding industry is unmistakable. 70% of the globe is covered by water, 80% of the world's population lives within 100 miles of the ocean, and 90% of all international trade travels by sea. The SHIPS Act is led by two veterans who set aside parochialism and partisan politics because they understand how crucial this issue is to our national security," said Sean McClintock, Navy veteran and Vice President of Policy at With Honor. #NationalSecurity #Shipbuilding #VeteranLeadership #Bipartisanship #SHIPSAct

We Need Veterans in Congress Now More Than Ever Fifty years ago, 80% of Congress had served in uniform. Today, it’s just 18%. While the Department of Defense and VA are the two largest Departments in the government, few lawmakers truly understand how those institutions operate. Patrick J. Murphy’s powerful op-ed, “The Disappearing Veteran Voices in Congress,” highlights an urgent issue: many veterans—especially independents—are effectively shut out of primary elections. This has real consequences for representation, policy, and trust in government. Veterans bring discipline, a service-oriented ethos, and a nonpartisan approach to public life. These are precisely the values our political system needs right now. Let’s take action: - Open primary systems so independents can vote. - Support veteran candidates, regardless of party. - Educate the public on the unique role veterans can play in healing our democracy. Read the full piece and join the conversation. It’s time to open the doors to those who’ve already served—and are ready to serve again."

With Honor Action joined the Maryland National Guard this evening as sponsors of the Army National Guard’s Best Warrior Competition closing ceremony. It was a privilege to stand alongside Major General Janeen L. Birckhead, Adjutant General of the Maryland National Guard, and we’re grateful to former Senator Ben Cardin and Maryland Secretary of Commerce Harry Coker for joining us in honoring these exceptional soldiers whose dedication, skill, and service embody the very best of our National Guard.

This morning, AWC co-chairs Shamila Chaudhary and Dr. Colin Jackson briefed the For Country Caucus on our commission’s steady progress, emerging themes, and outstanding needs. The bipartisan House caucus of military veterans, including several who served in #Afghanistan, have been stalwart supporters of the commission from the start, including Reps. Jake Ellzey, Don Davis, Don Bacon, Jason Crow, Troy Downing, Rep. Chrissy Houlahan, and Pat Harrigan. It was a candid and collaborative discussion reflective of the independent, objective, and unflinching approach we are taking to fulfilling our Congressional mandate. With the Caucus’ and Congress’ continued support, we can deliver the comprehensive assessment and lessons learned from the entire 20-year war that Americans demand and deserve. Jaime Cheshire Julie Martin Brenton Krieger Jamie Hayes Neilesh S. EJ Degen Genevieve Lester Raphael Carland Jeremy Bash Michael Allen Jeffrey Dressler Daniel Fata Luke Hartig Iain R. Pamela G. Faber Shearman Kate Bateman

Following a full-day markup, the House Armed Services Committee has advanced the annual defense bill with overwhelming bipartisan support. Key provisions include: ✅ Improved quality of life for service members and their families ✅ Major investment in U.S. biotech R&D, guided by the National Security Commission on Emerging Biotechnology (NSCEB)'s recommendations ✅ Long-overdue modernization across the Department of Defense ✅ Continued support for Ukraine in the face of Russian aggression This legislation is a critical step forward for our national defense and global leadership. We’ll share more soon on what it means for our national defense. 🇺🇸 #NDAA #NationalSecurity #DefensePolicy

Our thoughts are with the Gergen family as we mourn the passing of David Gergen, a figure who meant so much to us. His loss is deeply felt, not just as a respected statesman, trusted advisor, and teacher, but as a friend and founding force behind With Honor. To learn more about his life and legacy, click below to read a recent tribute by With Honor's Co-Founder and CEO, Rye Barcott. https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/evBE-9Ct

With Honor was pleased to host this month's Joint Service Academy business mixer (JSABMDC) at our headquarters last night. JSAMBDC brings together Service Academy grads from across generations, with some still serving to some that served decades ago. What these men and women all share is a commitment to service and putting the mission before themselves. Events like this are more than just networking, they are an opportunity to build and maintain community and discuss common sense solutions to today's problems. With Honor is proud to support veterans who choose to continue serving their country whether that is in government, business or non-profits. Rye Barcott, Leon Perry, Sean McClintock

🇺🇸 This Independence Day, we reflect on the founding ideals that continue to define our country—life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness. At With Honor Action, we believe the most powerful way to uphold those ideals is through principled leadership and public service. Today, in an era of historic polarization, we support bipartisan veteran leaders in Congress who demonstrate that courage, integrity, and putting country over party are not outdated values—they are essential for our future. These leaders are building bridges on issues from national security to AI, biotechnology, and expanding service opportunities. With Honor Co-Founder & CEO Rye Barcott had the chance to speak about this work on Jeanne Meserve’s NatSec Tech podcast by the Special Competitive Studies Project - SCSP —highlighting how veterans in Congress are advancing unity and innovation across the aisle. 🎧 Listen here: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/ennxRreV Wishing you and yours a joyful and meaningful Fourth of July from all of us at With Honor Action.

In this episode of #NatSecTech, host Jeanne Meserve is joined by Rye Barcott, co-founder and CEO of With Honor, live from the #SCSPAIExpo25. Barcott discusses With Honor's mission and bipartisan efforts, offering insights from his military background on the importance of service and an optimistic outlook for America's future. Listen here: https://xmrrwallet.com/cmx.plnkd.in/ennxRreV