National Defense / Veterans

Rep. Kelly Honors Fallen Soldier WASHINGTON – Rep. Trent Kelly (MS-01) introduced legislation to designate the United States Postal Service facility in Oxford, Mississippi, as the "Army First Lieutenant Donald C. Carwile Post Office Building." Carwile, a 101st Airborne Division officer, was killed in Afghanistan while serving during Operation Enduring Freedom. Prior to reenlisting… Read more »

House Passes Funding Bill to Provide for National Defense WASHINGTON – Rep. Trent Kelly (R-MS) released the following statement after House passage of the Omnibus Appropriations Act for FY2016: “My vote in favor of the omnibus bill was about one thing- keeping this country safe. It is what I pledged to do both as a Member of the Mississippi National Guard and as your Member… Read more »

Kelly to Host Military Service Academy Day Saturday, October 31 10:00 am – 12:00 pm CST in TUPELO: Representative Trent Kelly will host a Military Service Academy Day.  The event is open to middle and high school students and their families, school officials, or interested citizens who want to learn about the five United States military academies and their admissions… Read more »

Kelly to present Military Medals to Vietnam Army Veteran Dr. Edwin “Ed” Deuschle Monday, August 31 11:30 am CST in TUPELO: Representative Trent Kelly will present military medals to Vietnam Veteran Dr. Edwin (Ed) J. Deuschle, First Lieutenant, United States Army.  The ceremony will take place at Calvary Baptist Church located at 501 West Main Street.  Please see… Read more »