[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 166 (Wednesday, October 8, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E942]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          RECOGNIZING THE SERVICE OF COLONEL TRENTON N. TWEDT

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                           HON. ZACHARY NUNN

                                of iowa

                    in the house of representatives

                       Wednesday, October 8, 2025

  Mr. NUNN of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Colonel 
Trenton N. Twedt of the Iowa National Guard, whose nearly four decades 
of distinguished service in uniform exemplifies unwavering commitment 
to our state and our country.
  Colonel Twedt began his military career in 1986, enlisting in the 
United States Air Force as an avionics specialist. From those early 
days working on aircraft systems to later roles in command, he carried 
a steadfast dedication to mission and to the Airmen and women with whom 
he served.
  After earning his degree from the University of Iowa, Colonel Twedt 
received his commission in 1999. This marked the beginning of a new 
chapter in a remarkable career that advanced from the enlisted ranks to 
the highest levels of leadership within the Iowa Air National Guard.
  His service carried him to many parts of the world, including Iraq, 
Afghanistan, Qatar, and Germany. Yet through all his overseas 
assignments, his heart remained in Iowa, where he guided and mentored 
Guardsmen to ensure they were trained, supported, and prepared to 
serve. His mentorship, including to myself as a Squadron Commander, 
where he imbued his leadership traits upon the next generation of Air 
Force officers as our Group Commander, reflects his enduring commitment 
to building leaders of character and service.
  Over the years, Colonel Twedt has been a steady hand in moments of 
challenge, a trusted advisor to his peers, and a mentor to the next 
generation of Air Force leaders. His leadership has been recognized 
with the Legion of Merit and many other commendations. However, his 
most enduring legacy will be found in the lives he has influenced, the 
careers he has shaped, and the high standard of integrity he has upheld 
throughout his service.
  Mr. Speaker, Colonel Trenton N. Twedt has lived a life of service 
that exemplifies the very best of the Iowa Air National Guard and the 
United States Air Force. I ask my colleagues to join me in expressing 
our gratitude for his dedication to duty, his leadership through 
decades of change, and his contributions to our state and our Nation.

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