U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez Appointed to U.S. Air Force Academy Board of Visitors
Vasquez to help shape the next generation of Air Force leaders, strengthening national security and New Mexico’s military communities
WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Representative Gabe Vasquez (NM-02) has been appointed to the U.S. Air Force Academy Board of Visitors, where he will play a key role in advising and overseeing the Academy’s operations, curriculum, and policies. Vasquez was recommended for the position by House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries and House Armed Services Committee Ranking Member Adam Smith.
“I am honored to serve on the U.S. Air Force Academy Board of Visitors,” said Vasquez. “New Mexico is home to critical Air Force installations like Holloman Air Force Base, where we train the next generation of pilots and military leaders. I look forward to ensuring that the Academy provides the best education and training to our future Air Force officers so they are ready to meet the challenges of tomorrow.”
In his role on the Board, Vasquez will provide oversight on matters related to morale, discipline, curriculum, instruction, facilities, and financial affairs at the Academy. His appointment comes at a critical time as the U.S. Air Force continues to adapt to evolving security challenges and new technological advancements in defense.
New Mexico’s Holloman Air Force Base, Kirtland Air Force Base, and Cannon Air Force Base play vital roles in national security and the state’s economy. Vasquez’s appointment to the Board reinforces his commitment to supporting military families, expanding career opportunities for service members, and ensuring that bases like Holloman continue to thrive.
“Our military installations are home to thousands of service members and their families,” said Vasquez. “I will make sure that their needs are prioritized and that we continue to invest in the infrastructure, education, and training that make our Air Force the best in the world.”
The U.S. Air Force Academy Board of Visitors is composed of bipartisan members from Congress, presidential appointees, and military leaders who oversee and advise the Academy’s leadership on key institutional matters.
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