My military journey started when I was born into it as the daughter and granddaughter of career naval officers.
As a navy kid and active duty member, I learned the importance of service and duty to country. I learned that service members were the first line of defense and that the military should only be used when diplomacy fails.
My military priorities in Congress will be to support an effective State Department and to ensure that our military, veterans, other national security professionals and their families are well provided for in equipment and support, both during their service and beyond.