Rep. Mark Alford, U.S. Representative for Missouri's 4th District | Ballotpedia
Rep. Mark Alford, U.S. Representative for Missouri's 4th District | Ballotpedia
Following recent U.S. airstrikes against Houthi targets in Yemen, Congressman Mark Alford has highlighted the importance of the B-2 Spirit stealth bomber and the personnel at Whiteman Air Force Base in maintaining national security and deterring global threats.
This marks the first instance of U.S. bombers being used against Iran-backed Houthi rebels. Congressman Alford stated, "Whiteman Air Force Base is home to the B-2 stealth bomber, a cornerstone of America’s ability to deter threats and project power worldwide. We’re grateful for the dedicated service members at Whiteman who were vital in carrying out this key strike against the Iran-backed Houthi rebels."
The airstrikes, announced on Wednesday by U.S. officials, aimed to prevent further attacks on commercial and military vessels in the Middle East. The operation involved both U.S. Air Force and Navy assets, including B-2 Spirit bombers.
In recent operations, the B-2 has demonstrated its capability to penetrate fortified targets effectively. This underlines Whiteman Air Force Base's crucial role in defending the United States.
Key points include that Whiteman AFB hosts the B-2 Spirit as part of America's strategic deterrence efforts. The base will soon add the B-21 Raider to its fleet, enhancing defense capabilities further. Congressman Alford has secured resources for Whiteman AFB such as $19,500,000 for flightline fueling facilities and supported funding for both B-2 and B-21 bombers to ensure their readiness for long-range strikes.
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