“Again, I congratulate Milla Santapaola on this impressive accomplishment.”
“Again, I congratulate Holden Schoen on this impressive accomplishment.”
“I do not doubt that she will succeed in her future academic and military career.”
“I am confident that Milla's time in Annapolis will be similarly impactful for her.”
“I am confident that Holden's time at this incredible institution will be similarly impactful for him.”
“Nominating young people to our service academies is one of my greatest honors as a Member of Congress.”

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On the recordFebruary 17, 2026
has played an instrumental role in advancing our mission to secure the homeland and keep Americans safe.
Said by
Kristi Noem
Republican · South Dakota
Source
cbsnews.com

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Noem praises McLaughlin's contributions to the Department of Homeland Security.

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