- Record: Extensions of Remarks
- Section type: Recognition
- Chamber: House
- Date: May 7, 2026
- Congress: 119th Congress
- Why this source matters: Extensions of Remarks are statements submitted for the official record, even if they were not spoken live on the floor.
CONGRATULATING JOHN MURPHY ON HIS ACCEPTANCE TO THE UNITED STATES
MILITARY ACADEMY AT WEST POINT
HON. BRETT GUTHRIE
of kentucky
in the house of representatives
Thursday, May 7, 2026
Mr. GUTHRIE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate my constituent and fellow Kentuckian, John Murphy, upon his acceptance to the United States Military Academy at West Point. Nominating young people to our service academies is one of my greatest honors as a Member of Congress.
journey, joining the greatest fighting force on the face of the earth, the United States military.
a talented and well-rounded candidate. I do not doubt that he will succeed in his future academic and military career.
spent in a service academy were among the most transformative of my life. I am confident that John's time at this incredible institution will be similarly impactful for him.
Guided by the Army's motto of “This We'll Defend,” the coming years will challenge John to grow in character, strengthen his leadership, and commit to a life of service to our Nation.
Again, I congratulate John Murphy on this impressive accomplishment. Our Commonwealth and the entire Nation thank him for his willingness to serve in uniform and wish him the best in this next chapter. Go Army.