[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 113 (Monday, July 13, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E673-E674]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




        HONORING THE RETIREMENT OF MAJOR GENERAL JOHN M. RHODES

                                 ______
                                 

                            HON. TRENT KELLY

                             of mississippi

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, July 13, 2026

  Mr. KELLY of Mississippi. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize and 
congratulate Major General John M. Rhodes on his retirement after more 
than 36 years of distinguished service to the United States Army and 
the Mississippi National Guard. Throughout his military career. Major 
General Rhodes demonstrated exceptional leadership, professionalism, 
and an unwavering commitment to serving our Nation.
  A graduate of Mississippi State University, Touro University, and the 
United States Army War College, he held numerous command and leadership 
positions, including Commanding General of the 29th Infantry Division, 
Assistant Adjutant General of the Mississippi National Guard, and most 
recently, Special Assistant to the Director, Army National Guard for 
18th Airborne Corps Matters.
  Major General Rhodes' retirement marks the culmination of a 
remarkable career defined by service and sacrifice. From leading 
soldiers during Operations Desert Storm, Iraqi Freedom, and Spartan 
Shield to mentoring the next generation of military leaders, his 
contributions have strengthened both the Mississippi National Guard and 
the United States Army. His exemplary service has been recognized with 
numerous military decorations, including the Distinguished Service 
Medal, the Legion of Merit, and the Bronze Star Medal. Beyond his 
military career, he has also faithfully served the people of 
Mississippi as General Manager of the City of Corinth Gas and Water 
Department.

[[Page E674]]

  As Major General Rhodes begins this well-earned retirement, we thank 
him for his decades of faithful service, steadfast leadership, and 
unwavering dedication to our Nation.
  Major General Rhodes' commitment to service exemplifies the very best 
of the United States Army and the Mississippi National Guard. I 
congratulate him on an extraordinary career and wish him and his family 
every success in the years ahead.

                          ____________________