Congressman Trent Kelly has been officially promoted to the rank of Major General in the Mississippi Army National Guard. This makes the First District Republican the highest ranking military officer currently serving in the United States Congress.
Kelly also serves as the Assistant Adjutant General of the Mississippi Army National Guard.
The Congressman has served for more than 35 years in the military, serving in Operation Desert Storm in 1990 and then deployed again to Iraq in 2005 and 2009.
Governor Tate Reeves participated in the promotion ceremony as Kelly took the official oath of officer at the Mississippi National Guard Joint Force Headquarters in Jackson on Saturday.
You can watch the full ceremony here.
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Frank Corder is a native of Pascagoula. For nearly two decades, he has reported and offered analysis on government, public policy, business and matters of faith. Frank’s interviews, articles, and columns have been shared throughout Mississippi as well as in national publications. He is a frequent guest on radio and television, providing insight and commentary on the inner workings of the Magnolia State. Frank has served his community in both elected and appointed public office, hosted his own local radio and television programs, and managed private businesses all while being an engaged husband and father. Email Frank: frank@magnoliatribune.com
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