Washington, D.C.–Yesterday, U.S. Representative Chip Cravaack met with General Chuck Jacoby, Jr., Commander, NORAD and USNORTHCOM, to discuss the 148^th Fighter Wing’s 24-hour alert status relative to Department of Defense sequestration efforts.

“The 148^th is a huge part of our community, and we have an extraordinary amount of pride for the ‘Bulldogs.’  I expressed my concern to the General that the removal of Duluth’s 24-hour alert mission would leave our northern border between Madison, WI and Portland, OR more vulnerable to attack,” said Rep. Cravaack.

“I also voiced my concern for the impact such a decision would have on the Duluth community, as well as my sincere hope that the 148^th retains its mission to protect U.S. airspace and our northern border against air threats.  I look forward to working with the General to ensure the ‘Bulldogs’ remain a critical piece of our air defense system.”

View the letter Rep. Cravaack previously sent to General Jacoby, here.

Rep. Cravaack serves on the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee – where he is Vice Chair of the Aviation Subcommittee – the Homeland Security Committee, and the Science, Space and Technology Committee. The 8th Congressional District covers 18 counties in Northeast Minnesota.

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