at Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point, I have seen firsthand what makes eastern North Carolina strong: our marines, our civilian workers, and our community and their commitment to being mission ready. As the Air Station of the Year, with a 24/7 airfield operation, Cherry Point isn't just about national defense. It is about jobs, families, and the future of Havelock and our region. The STARBASE program provides students with hands-on STEM experiences and real opportunities to learn and succeed. I am so proud to support $40 million for the F-35 Aircraft Sustainment Center, strengthening our national security. I thank our marines, their families, the Allies for Cherry Point's Tomorrow, and Mayor Will Lewis for an incredible visit. When we stand with our marines, we are also standing for eastern North Carolina.
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Highlighting the importance of Marine Corps Air Station Cherry Point and its impact on the local community.
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